Roadside Technician

About the Role

An established UK breakdown cover provider seeks an experienced Vehicle Technician aiming to transition into or already practicing as a Roadside Technician. This role involves independent work diagnosing and repairing vehicle faults on the road in the Middlesbrough area. Candidates should have a full UK driving license and either an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent with over five years workshop experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify vehicle faults and perform roadside repairs.
• Conduct tyre repairs and execute wheel changes.
• Test and replace vehicle batteries as necessary.
• Provide fuel delivery services when required.
• Communicate clearly with customers about issues and solutions.
• Operate competently from a fully equipped patrol vehicle independently.
• Ensure customers can safely continue their journeys promptly.

Essential Requirements

• Possession of at least NVQ Level 2, IMI, City & Guilds, or equivalent Mechanical Engineering certifications (certificates required for offer stage).
• Alternatively, minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Vehicle Technician in a workshop environment if not formally qualified.
• Valid full UK driving license with no more than 5 points.

Working Conditions and Schedule

Work schedule consists of four days on and three days off, Monday to Friday, covering 40 hours per week, with variable shifts between 7 AM and 8 PM (such as 9 AM to 5 PM or 8 AM to 4 PM).

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual basic salary of £37,740 plus bonus potential up to £4,530, with on-target earnings approximately £42,270.
• Company vehicle and necessary tools provided.
• Generous pension scheme with company contribution up to 14%.
• Approximately 200 hours of holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy or sell up to five additional days.
• Private medical care funded by Aviva.
• Up to 40% discount on Aviva products plus various retail and lifestyle discounts.
• Investment incentive schemes including Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn.
• Family-friendly and carer support policies.
• Flexible benefits program and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Three paid volunteering days annually and extensive wellbeing support resources.

Additional Information

Octane Recruitment specializes in placing automotive professionals across various sectors including dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management, parts distribution, and fleet operations in the UK automotive industry.