Roadside Technician: Field Engineer | OTE £60k+ & Benefits

Octane Recruitment Limited; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime 300 overtime hours per year

Bonus scheme

23 days + bank holidays

Pension contributions up to 6.5%

Life Insurance

Career progression & training

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Wellbeing support 24/7

Free breakdown cover for household

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Limited is seeking a Roadside Technician (field-based) to provide roadside assistance for a national breakdown company. The role is permanent/full-time in Hillingdon, with 40-hour weeks and overtime opportunities. Earn £36,400 base with OTE above £60k and potential 70–80k+.

40h weekly shifts from 6am–12am, Monday to Sunday. Successful candidates will have a Level 2 (ideally Level 3) qualification, 2 years’ post-qualification experience, a valid UK driving license, and a

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Ideally Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ or equivalent).
• Must have a minimum of 2 years post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Attend roadside breakdowns and assess vehicle faults quickly and accurately.
• Carry out mechanical and electrical repairs at the roadside, including battery replacements, wheel changes, and minor engine fixes.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify issues and determine repair options.
• Provide temporary solutions when full repair isn't possible, ensuring member mobility.
• Advise members clearly on next steps, including recovery if needed.
• Work safely and efficiently in varied environments and conditions.

Skills

Customer-focused

Safety-conscious

Education

Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance and repair

Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair (preferred)

Tools

Vehicle diagnostic tools

Job description

Octane Recruitment Limited is seeking a Roadside Technician (field-based) to provide roadside assistance for a national breakdown company. The role is permanent/full-time in Hillingdon, with 40-hour weeks and overtime opportunities. Earn £36,400 base with OTE above £60k and potential 70–80k+.

40h weekly shifts from 6am–12am, Monday to Sunday. Successful candidates will have a Level 2 (ideally Level 3) qualification, 2 years’ post-qualification experience, a valid UK driving license, and a