Superflex Roadside Technician

Superflex Roadside Technician

Location:

Chelmsford and Surrounding areas
Salary: £48,720 basic plus overtime and bonus OTE £55k plus

Hours:

40 hours per week plus overtime opportunities

About the Role
We’re looking for a Superflex Roadside Patrol Mechanic to join a fast-paced, customer-focused roadside assistance team in the Chelmsford area.
This role is built for mechanics who value variety, flexibility, and independence. You’ll be supporting motorists when they need it most, delivering professional roadside diagnostics and repairs across a wide range of scenarios.
Salary:

£48,720 basic salary
OTE up to £55,000 with overtime and bonuses

Working Pattern:

Average 40 hours per week across the year
Rota issued 7 days in advance, with core hours confirmed 3 days prior
Shifts between 06:00 and 02:00, including early starts, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays

No two days are the same, making this role ideal for mechanics who thrive outside the traditional 9–5.

What You’ll Be Doing

Attending roadside breakdowns and diagnosing vehicle faults
Carrying out repairs such as battery replacements, tyre changes, and minor mechanical fixes
Using diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve faults where possible
Delivering a calm, professional, and customer-focused service at all times
Managing your own workload, tools, vehicle stock, and digital job reports
Making safe, informed decisions to get motorists back on the road quickly

What We’re Looking For

Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
Minimum 2 years’ post-qualification experience, including diagnostics and electrical work
Strong customer service and communication skills
Full UK driving licence
Flexibility to work variable shifts at short notice
Willingness to travel and stay overnight if required

What’s in It for You

Company vehicle (van), fuel card, uniform, tools, and diagnostic equipment provided
Strong base salary with overtime and bonus opportunities
23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service)
Pension scheme with matched contributions
Life assurance cover
24/7 wellbeing and employee support services
Discount platform covering tools, tech, travel, and more
Share scheme and car salary sacrifice options available (subject to eligibility)
Why Apply?

You’re more than just a mechanic — you’re a problem solver. Whether it’s a busy roadside or a quiet residential street, you stay calm under pressure and confident in your ability to find the right solution. Every call-out is different, and that’s exactly how you like it.

Consultant:
Liam Bolton - Octane Recruitment
LBVT
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