Roadside Technician: High-Earning Field Mechanic (Overtime)

Octane Recruitment Limited; Stratford-sub-Castle; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Bonus scheme

Pension contributions 6.5% matched

Life Insurance 4x salary

Career progression and training

Car salary sacrifice (EV options)

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Limited seeks a Roadside Technician in Salisbury to provide national breakdown support as a field-based specialist. The role offers a strong base salary with lucrative OTE, overtime, and bonus opportunities along with a comprehensive benefits package.

You will respond to roadside faults, perform repairs at the roadside, use diagnostics, and keep members mobile while advising on next steps.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Level 2 or Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair qualifications (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years' post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles.
• Full UK driving licence with up to 6 points, no bans.

Responsibilities

• Attend roadside breakdowns and assess faults quickly and accurately.
• Carry out mechanical and electrical repairs at the roadside, including battery changes and wheel changes.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify issues and determine repair options.
• Provide temporary solutions to keep members mobile until full repair.
• Advise members on next steps including recovery when needed.
• Work safely and efficiently in varied environments.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Customer-focused

Problem solving

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Octane Recruitment Limited seeks a Roadside Technician in Salisbury to provide national breakdown support as a field-based specialist. The role offers a strong base salary with lucrative OTE, overtime, and bonus opportunities along with a comprehensive benefits package.

You will respond to roadside faults, perform repairs at the roadside, use diagnostics, and keep members mobile while advising on next steps.