Roadside Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider is seeking a Roadside Vehicle Technician in Colchester. You will play a crucial role in assisting customers by diagnosing and fixing vehicle issues on-site. The position offers a competitive salary and a flexible working pattern with considerable benefits including holiday time and pension contributions. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance and have strong diagnostics and customer service skills.

Benefits

Colleague Share Scheme

Matched pension contributions up to 6.5%

Life Assurance cover

Paid family leave

Free ultimate breakdown cover

Access to retail discounts and perks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in diagnosing electrical and mechanical vehicle issues.
• Flexible for shift patterns including evenings and weekends.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Respond to vehicle breakdowns and diagnose issues roadside.
• Deliver excellent customer service while performing mechanical repairs.
• Work flexibly, adhering to shift patterns as required.

Skills

Diagnostics expertise

Mechanical repairs

Customer service skills

Confidence working independently

Education

Minimum Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance

Job description

Roadside Vehicle Technician

Location: Colchester

Rota‑based shifts between 06:00 and 02:00.

Pay & Hours

Competitive base salary of £48,720.98 plus a bonus bringing your on‑target earnings to between £50,000 and £65,000.

Work a flexible pattern equivalent to 40 hours per week, with your roster released seven days in advance and your daily start time confirmed three days ahead.

Role Overview

Respond to vehicle breakdowns and faults, diagnose and fix issues roadside with confidence and care. Play a vital role in helping people get moving again by combining mechanical expertise with excellent customer service.

What’s in It for You

• Start and finish from your own driveway – no travel time added to your day.
• Colleague Share Scheme – become a co‑owner in the business.
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing to 25 days with service).
• Matched pension contributions up to 6.5%.
• Life Assurance cover 2x basic salary (4x for pension scheme members), with options to increase.
• Paid family leave and personal support services available 24/7.
• Car salary‑sacrifice scheme after 12 months, including electric vehicle options.
• Free ultimate breakdown cover from day one.
• Access to thousands of retail discounts and perks.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance (or equivalent).
• Strong experience in diagnostics, electrics, and mechanical repairs.
• Confidence working independently and dealing directly with customers.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility for shift patterns, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Training & Support

You will receive a thorough induction, regular upskilling with modern diagnostic tools, and ongoing support from a dedicated technical team. Clear progression pathways are available, making this a fantastic opportunity to develop a mobile career.

Ready to hit the road with a rewarding, well‑paid technician role? Apply now and be part of a respected national team keeping Britain moving.