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Roadside vehicle technician

Chelmsford
Perfect Placement
Vehicle technician
£50,669 - £57,000 a year
Posted: 1 June
Offer description

Our client, a reputable UK-wide recovery business, is actively seeking experienced Roadside Vehicle Technicians to join their dedicated team. This role offers the chance to gain diverse technical experience outside of a traditional garage environment, working across Chelmsford and surrounding areas. As a Roadside Vehicle Technician, you will respond to breakdowns promptly, starting from your own driveway, with paid travel time incorporated into your working hours.

Benefits:

Competitive basic salary of £50,669, with on-target earnings up to £57,000 annually
Full-time role with 40 hours per week, offering flexible shifts between 6am and 2am on a weekly rota
Paid travel time from home to breakdown sites and back
Fully supported by a professional technical team
Access to a fully equipped, state-of-the-art vehicle
Opportunities for career progression within a growing business
Household breakdown cover free of charge
Healthcare and wellbeing benefitsDuties of a Roadside Vehicle Technician:

Respond to breakdown requests across Chelmsford and surrounding areas
Perform electrical, diagnostic, and repair work on a variety of vehicle makes and models
Fault-finding and troubleshooting on-site to resolve breakdown issues efficiently
Conduct safety and quality checks on vehicles
Maintain accurate records of work performed and parts used
Provide excellent customer service during roadside assistance calls
Follow safety protocols and company procedures at all timesRequirements of a Roadside Vehicle Technician:

Full UK driving licence
A minimum of a Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification or equivalent
At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience in vehicle repair and diagnostics
Strong fault-finding skills and ability to work independently
Customer-centric approach with excellent communication skills
Flexibility to work weekends, with approximately 50% rota weekends (generally fewer)
Demonstrable experience in electrical and diagnostic work in a roadside or mobile environmentThis role provides an excellent platform to advance your career as a Roadside Vehicle Technician in a dynamic and rewarding setting. If you are committed to delivering outstanding roadside assistance and wish to develop your skills further, this opportunity is not to be missed.

Contact James Gilchrist, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Chelmsford and Essex, today to discover more about this fantastic Roadside Vehicle Technician opportunity.

Our team of Automotive Recruitment Consultants all share a passion for finding our jobseekers the best jobs in the Automotive Industry. So, if you are looking to improve your career and want to hear about more Motor Trade Jobs in your local area, please contact us today

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