Superflex Roadside Technician — High-Earning Field Role

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

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Bonus scheme

Holiday entitlement (23–25 days)

Pension contributions

Life Insurance

Career progression

Car salary sacrifice

Wellbeing support

Free breakdown cover

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a Roadside Technician (field-based) in Canterbury to support a national breakdown service. The role offers flexibility, a high base salary (£50,669) with OTE above £57k and potential to exceed £70k with overtime, bonuses, and benefits.

Typical shifts total 40 hours per week with advanced scheduling, possible early/late starts, and overnight stays. Benefits include a pension matching scheme, life insurance, and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance and repair, or Level 3 qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles.
• Full UK driving licence - max 6 points, no bans.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Light vehicle maintenance

Full UK driving licence

Customer focus

Mobile/field-based work

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Octane Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a Roadside Technician (field-based) in Canterbury to support a national breakdown service. The role offers flexibility, a high base salary (£50,669) with OTE above £57k and potential to exceed £70k with overtime, bonuses, and benefits.

Typical shifts total 40 hours per week with advanced scheduling, possible early/late starts, and overnight stays. Benefits include a pension matching scheme, life insurance, and progression opportunities.