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Vehicle Technician

Job details
Posting date: 17 February 2026
Salary: £40,000 to £46,740 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 19 March 2026
Location: Crawley, Southern, RH17 5UE
Company: Octane Recruitment Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 59210739

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Summary

Mobile Vehicle Technician
Location: Crawley
Salary: £40,800 – £46,740 per annum (OTE)
Hours: Mon-Fri 08:00-17:30 with 1 hour for lunch (42.5 hours)
Reference: 30014
Benefits: Company van (Mercedes Sprinter) and paid fuel card

A well‑established national organisation is looking for a Mobile Vehicle Technician to join their team in the Crawley area. This role offers excellent earning potential, a strong work/life balance, and the independence of working on the road with full support from a dedicated technical network.

You’ll enjoy a competitive OTE of up to £46,740 per year (basic £40,800 + bonus + overtime), along with a structured schedule and high‑quality equipment to help you deliver first‑class service.

Vehicle Technician Responsibilities:

- Attending customer locations to diagnose and repair vehicles
- Carrying out servicing, maintenance, warranty work and recalls
- Working from a pre‑planned diary, booked at least 5 days in advance
- Using a fully equipped, modern support vehicle
- Liaising with a dedicated workshop team for more complex jobs

Why apply?

- Mainly Monday–Friday “office hours”
- Only 1 Saturday morning in every 4
- Your working day starts when you get in your van and ends when you arrive home
- Quarterly bonus scheme
- Voluntary overtime paid at time and a half

- Extensive benefits package including:

- 24–26 days holiday + buy/sell options + birthday off
- Life assurance
- Wellbeing services (remote GP, assistance programme, health cash plan, dental, travel insurance)
- Discounted gym memberships
- Vehicle‑leasing schemes
- Pension and share schemes
- Wide range of retail discounts
- Financial wellbeing tools and support

Training & Development

You’ll have access to an in‑house accredited training programme, with opportunities to upskill in areas such as Hybrid & EV repair, braking systems, electrics, tail lifts and more.
Level 2 Vehicle Technicians will receive a personalised training plan to help progress to Level 3.

We’d Love to Hear From You If You Are:

- A Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Vehicle Technician or Mechanic
- Experienced in servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
- Customer‑focused and committed to delivering high‑quality work

About the Employer

This organisation operates a large national network supporting customers across the UK with vehicle mobility solutions. They are known for reliability, technical expertise, and strong customer service. The business is committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing opportunities for career growth.

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

MRVT

Consultant: Michael Rogers

Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.

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