Job Title: Roadside Vehicle Technician
Location: Dagenham and Surrounding Areas
Salary: £53,720 basic (inclusive of London Weighting Allowance, if applicable) – OTE up to £58,000
Are you ready to take your skills out of the workshop and onto the open road? We’re looking for an experienced Roadside Vehicle Technician to join a leading breakdown and recovery service in a flexible, fast-paced role that keeps you moving just as much as the customers you’ll help.
Why This Role?
As a Roadside Vehicle Technician, you’ll enjoy a career that offers:
Strong earnings – £53,720 base salary with the chance to reach up to £58,000 with bonuses and overtime.
Variety every week – Average of 40 hours per week with shift patterns confirmed in advance, working across early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
The tools to succeed – A fully equipped van, diagnostic kit, uniform, and fuel card all provided from day one.
Outstanding benefits – Generous holiday allowance, pension, life cover, colleague share scheme, wellbeing support, and exclusive discounts on tools, tech, and more.About the Role
This isn’t just any technician job – it’s a role for those who thrive in dynamic environments. As a Roadside Vehicle Technician, you’ll be called upon to handle a wide variety of breakdowns: from fault diagnostics to flat tyres and batteries. You’ll need to think on your feet, use your technical know-how, and deliver the best solution while keeping customers safe and reassured.
Every call-out is different, and every day you’ll be the face of the service, supporting drivers when they need it most.
What We’re Looking For
Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
Strong technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
Full UK driving licence
Flexible approach to hours and travel, including occasional overnight stays
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to stay calm under pressureWhy Join?
For over a century, drivers across the UK have relied on roadside support to keep them moving. Now, you can be part of that trusted tradition. As a Roadside Vehicle Technician, you’ll not only build your career but also make a real difference every single day.
Consultant: Liam Bolton - Octane Recruitment
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Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.
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