Job Description
Roadside Technician (field-based) providing roadside assistance for a national breakdown company with over 15 million members. Great salary, benefits, overtime and bonus opportunities.
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Must have the right to work in the UK.
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Location: Horsham
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Pay / salary: £36,400 OTE: OTE: In Excess of £60,000, opportunity to earn *****k+
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Job type: Permanent / full-time role
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Shift and schedule for the Roadside Technician role
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40 hours per week between 6am and 12am, Monday to Sunday. Shifts are known 12 months in advance. Flexi overtime at x1.5 and/or optional fixed overtime at £30 per hour. All hours start and stop from home as soon as you start the van.
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Benefits for the Roadside Technician role
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- Overtime – 300 overtime hours per year equates to an extra £12,000 per annum.
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- 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service).
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- Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions.
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- Life Insurance cover up to 4x your salary.
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- Access to a broad range of career progression opportunities and industry leading training.
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- Car salary sacrifice scheme – includes electric vehicle options after 12 months.
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- Free breakdown cover for your household.
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Job Responsibilities for the Roadside Technician role
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- Attend roadside breakdowns and assess vehicle faults quickly and accurately.
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- Carry out mechanical and electrical repairs at the roadside, including battery replacements, wheel changes, and minor engine fixes.
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- Use diagnostic tools to identify issues and determine repair options.
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- Provide temporary solutions when full repair isn't possible, ensuring member mobility.
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- Advise members clearly on next steps, including recovery if needed.
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- Work safely and efficiently in diverse environments and conditions.
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What you'll need to be considered for the Roadside Technician role
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- Must have a minimum Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance and repair, or ideally a Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair qualification (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ, or equivalent).
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- Must have a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles, either in a workshop or a mobile vehicle role.
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- A customer-focused approach.
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- Must have a full UK driving licence – max 6 points, no bans.
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