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Roadside Vehicle Technician

Job details
Posting date: 27 April 2026
Salary: £50,600 to £58,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 27 May 2026
Location: Guildford, Home Counties, GU1 4EH
Company: Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 59784464

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Summary

Join a leading UK automotive breakdown and repair company as a Roadside Vehicle Technician. This is an exceptional opportunity for experienced motor trade professionals seeking a dynamic role in roadside vehicle assistance. Our client offers a flexible contract covering Guildford and surrounding Surrey areas, with earning potential, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits:

- Competitive annual salary of £50,600, with expected earnings between £54,000 and £58,000
- Fully equipped company van, work tablet, mobile phone, and business fuel allowance
- No additional travel time; start and finish each day from your driveway
- 23 days annual leave, increasing to 25 days with service
- 40-hour week with shifts known 7 days in advance, allowing for excellent work-life balance
- Regular shift patterns including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, scheduled a week in advance
- Access to technical training, professional development, and ongoing support
- Company benefits including free personal/household breakdown cover, healthcare, wellbeing schemes, and life assurance linked to pension
- Opportunity to work with one of the UK’s largest automotive emergency response organisations

Duties of a Roadside Vehicle Technician:

- Respond promptly to roadside breakdown assistance requests within Guildford and Surrey region
- Diagnose and repair a diverse range of vehicles, from city cars to 4x4s and commercial vehicles, on-site
- Work independently using a fully equipped company van
- Accurately identify mechanical, electrical, and diagnostic issues and implement effective repairs
- Communicate professionally with customers in distressing situations, offering reassurance and support
- As a Roadside Vehicle Technician maintain accurate records of work carried out and vehicle details
- Ensure safety procedures are adhered to at all times, and vehicle recovery is completed efficiently

Requirements of a Roadside Vehicle Technician :

- Qualified to at least IMI/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- Proven experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and diagnostic issues on a wide range of vehicles
- Valid UK driving licence with minimal points
- Ability to work independently and manage workloads methodically
- Friendly, calm, and charismatic personality to represent the company positively in customer interactions
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, with shifts scheduled a week in advance

If you are an experienced Roadside Vehicle Technician looking to advance your career in a flexible, rewarding role, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact Liam Buffenbarger, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Guildford and Surrey, today to discover more about this fantastic Roadside Vehicle Technician opportunity.

Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a Job get in touch today.

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