Roadside Technician
Hours: Average 40 hours per week (overtime available)
Location: Dagenham & Romford
Salary: £40,000 basic (inclusive of London Weighting) OTE: £60,000+
If you’re a skilled vehicle technician who thrives on variety, independence, and real-world problem solving, this is your chance to turn every day into something different.
As a Roadside Technician, you’ll be the calm, confident expert drivers rely on when things don’t go to plan. From battery failures and tyre issues to complex diagnostics, you’ll deliver fast, professional roadside repairs while providing reassurance when it matters most.
You’ll start and finish your day at home, working demand-led shifts that fit real life – with optional overtime for those who want to boost their earnings.
What You’ll Be Doing
Delivering expert roadside mechanical repairs and diagnostics
Supporting stranded drivers with confidence and professionalism
Diagnosing faults efficiently using modern diagnostic equipment
Providing excellent customer service in high-pressure situations
Managing a wide variety of call-outs – no two days are the sameWhat You’ll Need
Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
Strong mechanical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
A customer-first mindset
A full UK driving licenceWhat’s In It for You
Strong earning potential – £40,000 base salary with a realistic OTE of £60,000+, plus enhanced overtime rates
Home-based working – start and finish on your driveway
Fully equipped from day one – company van, fuel card, uniform, tools, and diagnostic kit provided
Share scheme – benefit from the long-term success of the business
Free premium breakdown cover from your first day
Car salary sacrifice scheme, including electric vehicle options (after qualifying period)
Generous holiday allowance – 23 days plus bank holidays, rising with service
Pension & life assurance – up to 6.5% matched pension and life cover up to 4x salary (with flexible options)
Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential helpline for you and your family
Exclusive discounts on tools, tech, holidays, and moreWho This Role Is Perfect For
You’re more than just a technician. You’re a problem solver, a people person, and someone who takes pride in getting drivers safely back on the road.
You stay calm under pressure, think on your feet, and enjoy the freedom of working independently. One job might be a flat battery, the next a complex fault diagnosis – and that’s exactly how you like it.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re motivated, confident, and ready to become the Warranty Controller who wants to help build a successful department in Grays, we want to hear from you.
All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality
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Consultant: Liam Bolton
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive / Motor Trade recruitment agency. We deal with all aspects of the motor trade so if you have experienced then we will be keen to have a chat; everything from Car Dealerships, HGV companies, Fleet companies, manufacturers & independent sites