Overview
Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician role located in Chelmsford. Salary: £38,625 basic per annum, with OTE up to £50,000 and overtime. A guaranteed overtime option can increase your base salary to £44,385. Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, 1 in 4 Saturdays. Ref – 28759.
About the role
We have exciting new opportunities for Mobile Vehicle Technicians / Roadside Technicians. We are recruiting across Chelmsford and will tailor the area based on your location. This Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician role is with one of the UK’s leading vehicle breakdown companies that provides a first-class service to thousands of customers. We are looking for people to start ASAP. Exceptional company to work for with a wide range of benefits including the ability to start your day as soon as you start the van.
Benefits
* Earnings That Motivate – base salary £38,625 with potential to increase to £50,000 through bonuses and premium-rate overtime. Full-time 40-hour week with Monday–Saturday availability (8am–8pm).
* Opt-in Guaranteed Overtime – after the first month, option to work extra rest days at £30 per hour. One extra day could earn ~£3,000 per year; two extra days ~£5,000.
* Tools to Drive Your Future – free Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one, plus access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months.
* Time Off That Matters – 23 days of holiday (rising to 25 with service), plus bank holidays. Flexible schedules and family leave support.
* Financial Security & Perks – pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions, life assurance up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits).
* Wellbeing That Works for You – 24/7 confidential support service for you and household members aged 16+.
* Extras That Make a Difference – Orange Savings discount portal; after probation, automatic participation in Colleague Share Scheme.
Responsibilities
* Attend breakdowns with the breakdown team; diagnose issues and work on vehicles to restore road readiness or return to the workshop.
* Identify problems and advise customers on vehicle issues.
* Perform vehicle servicing and general maintenance including electrical work and diagnostics.
* Provide exceptional customer service as the face of the business.
Requirements
* Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair preferred; Level 2 considered. Open to equivalents (City and Guilds, IMI, NVQ). Must be able to show qualifications.
* Minimum 3 years of experience in a vehicle workshop or mobile technician role.
* Full UK driving licence with no more than 9 points or bans.
* Ability to demonstrate technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
About the recruiter
Consultant – Liam Bolton, Octane Recruitment. Octane Recruitment specializes in automotive, motor trade, engineering, and related industries. We recruit across the UK for various technician roles and related positions.
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