Roadside Technician: Superflex, High Pay & Benefits

Octane Recruitment; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime 12k extra

Bonus scheme

23 days + bank holidays

Pension contributions 6.5% matched

Life Insurance

Career progression & training

Colleague share scheme

Car salary sacrifice

Wellbeing support 24/7

Free breakdown cover

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is recruiting a Roadside Technician for a national breakdown company, based in Cheltenham. The role is field-based with a Superflex shift pattern and a competitive basic salary plus overtime, bonuses and enhanced OT opportunities.

You will attend breakdowns, perform roadside repairs, use diagnostic tools, and advise members on next steps. A Level 2/3 qualification and full UK driving license are required.

Qualifications

• Requires Level 2 or 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair qualifications.
• Minimum 2 years' post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles.
• Full UK driving licence (no bans, max 6 points).

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 focus

Flexible/Adaptable

Team player

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair (City & Guilds/IMI/NVQ)

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Octane Recruitment is recruiting a Roadside Technician for a national breakdown company, based in Cheltenham. The role is field-based with a Superflex shift pattern and a competitive basic salary plus overtime, bonuses and enhanced OT opportunities.

You will attend breakdowns, perform roadside repairs, use diagnostic tools, and advise members on next steps. A Level 2/3 qualification and full UK driving license are required.