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Roadside Vehicle Technician

Job details
Posting date: 29 April 2026
Salary: £36,400 to £61,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 29 May 2026
Location: Portadown, Northern Ireland, BT62 3NZ
Company: Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 59811864

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Summary

Our client, a nationally recognised breakdown service provider, is seeking a skilled and customer-focused Roadside Vehicle Technician to join their team in Portadown.

This is an excellent Roadside Vehicle Technician opportunity for an experienced vehicle technician looking to specialise in roadside assistance with a reputable industry leader. The successful Roadside Vehicle Technician will benefit from competitive pay, extensive career development, and the convenience of working close to home.

Benefits:

- Competitive basic salary of £36,400 with an OTE of £61,000
- Paid from the moment you leave your drive, starting and finishing your working day at your home address (door-to-door pay)
- Work a 40-hour week with no more than 1 in 2 weekends
- Overtime paid at time and a half
- 32 days' holiday including bank holidays
- Fully equipped, state-of-the-art breakdown vehicle provided
- Free breakdown cover for your whole household
- Opportunities for career progression and further industry training
- Healthcare and wellbeing benefits
- Full shift schedule provided a year in advance
- Support of a dedicated technical team

Duties of the Roadside Vehicle Technician:

- Attend roadside breakdowns promptly to assist customers
- Diagnose faults using professional diagnostic equipment
- Perform repairs, part replacements, and preventive maintenance on light vehicles
- Work efficiently to get vehicles back on the road swiftly and safely
- Ensure a high standard of vehicle safety and customer service
- Maintain accurate records of work carried out as a Roadside Vehicle Technician
- Operate a fully equipped breakdown vehicle, adhering to safety procedures and company policies

Requirements:

- Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification or equivalent
- Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician within the motor trade
- Practical experience working with various light vehicles
- Full UK driving licence
- Strong eye for detail and a methodical approach to work
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple breakdown calls effectively
- Customer-focused attitude with excellent communication skills

If you are an experienced Roadside Vehicle Technician seeking a rewarding role with excellent benefits and career prospects, then this opportunity is not to be missed. Our client values their team and provides full ongoing support to ensure your success.

Contact Sam Butcher, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Portadown and County Armagh, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Don't settle for just any Motor Trade job - let us help you find the one to take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career.

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