Roadside Vehicle Technician

ISQ Recruitment Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Roadside Vehicle Technician to join their dynamic team. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to work in the growing electric vehicle sector, providing hands-on experience with the latest technologies. You will diagnose and repair electric vehicles on-site and support maintenance activities in the workshop. With a focus on professional development, the company offers in-house and external training to enhance your skills in this fast-evolving field. If you're passionate about vehicles and eager to advance your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company van

Overtime pay

Callout allowance

In-house training opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a vehicle technician or roadside patrol.
• Hands-on experience with electric or hybrid vehicles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns and service calls to diagnose and repair electric vehicles.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, and software diagnostics.

Skills

Fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Mechanical and electrical diagnostics

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Physical fitness for manual handling

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Automotive Engineering

BTEC or HNC in Automotive Engineering

IMI TechSafe EV Certification

Job description

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Location: Based in Norfolk, with UK-wide travel to client sites

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm + overtime (including occasional weekends)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + overtime, callout allowance, company van

Are you a skilled vehicle technician or roadside specialist looking to step into the fast-growing electric vehicle sector? Whether you’ve worked for AA, RAC, garages, dealerships, or HGV/bus operators, this could be a fantastic opportunity to expand your skills and build a long-term career.

ISQ Recruitment is working with a growing business based in Norfolk, looking to recruit a Roadside Vehicle Technician to join their team. Hands-on experience with electric or hybrid vehicles would be an advantage, but full support and additional training will be provided for the right candidates. Knowledge of buses, coaches, or HGVs would also be beneficial.

About the Role

You’ll attend breakdowns and service calls across the UK, diagnosing and repairing electric vehicles on-site. You’ll also spend time in the workshop supporting vehicle builds, maintenance, and repairs when not out on call. The work is varied, hands-on, and offers excellent progression into the EV space & is ideal for technicians wanting to future-proof their careers.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns and service calls to diagnose and repair electric vehicles
• Perform mechanical, electrical, and software diagnostics
• Support repairs and maintenance activities across a range of vehicles and equipment
• Interpret technical drawings, manuals, and specifications
• Work closely with engineers and customers to resolve issues
• Travel to customer sites across the UK (with occasional international travel if needed)
• Maintain a safe and organised working environment at all times

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a vehicle technician, roadside patrol, or workshop mechanic
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills (mechanical and/or electrical)
• Confident working independently and managing your own workload
• Good communication skills for working with customers on-site
• Valid UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel nationwide with overnight stays if required
• Physically fit for manual handling tasks
• Hands-on experience working on electric or hybrid vehicles
• NVQ Level 3, BTEC, HNC, or similar in Automotive Engineering or equivalent
• IMI TechSafe EV Certification or Level 3 EV/Hybrid Accreditation
• Experience working on buses, coaches, or HGVs

Why Apply?

• A chance to enter the fast-growing electric vehicle sector
• Full-time, permanent role with competitive earnings (base + overtime + callouts)
• In-house and external training opportunities to build your EV expertise
• Supportive and forward-thinking team environment
• Varied work across workshop and field-based locations

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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