At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and repair vehicles at customers' locations, including EVs.
- Company: Join the UK's number one breakdown company with over 15 million members.
- Benefits: Earn up to £52,000 with bonuses, flexible overtime, and 31-33 days holiday.
- Other info: Enjoy career progression, industry-leading training, and 24/7 wellbeing support.
- Why this job: Be part of a new specialist division and make a real difference in people's lives.
- Qualifications: Level 2 or 3 in vehicle maintenance and 2 years hands-on experience required.
Mobile Vehicle Technician providing servicing, maintenance and repair, via prebooked appointments, at customers' home address or place of work. This is a new and specialist division for the number one national breakdown company in the UK, with over 15 million members. Must have right to work in the UK status.
Location: Reading
Pay / salary: £40,170 (inclusive of LWA) OTE: In Excess of £52,000
Job type: Permanent / Full time role
Shift and schedule for the Mobile Technician role:
- Home based, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5pm with 1 Saturday per month.
- When working the Saturday, you will receive a day off in that week.
- Any overtime past 5pm or an additional Saturday, is paid at time and a half (£30ph).
- 1 day of overtime per month = £3,000 additional per year; 2 days of overtime per month = £5,000 additional per year, completely optional – more flexibility, more reward.
Benefits for the Mobile Technician role:
- Overtime – flexible and optional overtime, earn up to £5000 per year.
- Bonus scheme – based on productivity and quality, earn up to £6000 per year.
- 31 days rising to 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).
- Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions.
- Life Insurance cover up to 4x your salary.
- Access to a broad range of career progression opportunities and industry leading training.
- Colleague share scheme.
- Car salary sacrifice scheme – includes electric vehicle options after 12 months.
- Wellbeing support 24/7.
- Free breakdown cover for your household.
Job Responsibilities for the Mobile Technician role:
- Servicing and repairing vehicles (including EVs) at customer selected locations e.g. driveway, office car park.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
- Diagnose and repair vehicle problems, including engine, transmission, brake, suspension, and electrical issues.
- Use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve complex issues.
- Communicate with customers about vehicle issues and repair recommendations.
- Payment handling through card transactions.
- Keep up to date with the latest automotive technology and repair techniques.
- Keep accurate records of all work performed and parts used.
What you'll need to be considered for the Mobile Technician role:
- Must have a minimum of Level 2 in light vehicle maintenance and repair or ideally Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair qualification (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ, or equivalent).
- Must have a minimum 2-year post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles, either in a workshop or mobile vehicle type role.
- The ability to work independently, make decisions on the go, and follow procedures.
- A customer-focused approach.
- Must have a full UK driving licence - max 6 points, no bans.
If you would like to know more and be considered for the role, or simply want a Job Pack with more details, please apply.
Mobile Vehicle Technician in Reading employer: Octane Recruitment
Octane Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and professional growth. Located in Birdholme, employees benefit from a comprehensive package including a pension scheme, life assurance, and generous holiday allowance, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in the automotive sector.
