Roadside Technician Monday to Friday

About Us

Westbourne is a leading breakdown and recovery provider across Southern England, delivering fast, reliable support to motorists when they need it most. With a strong reputation for customer service and ambitious growth plans, we are expanding our team of skilled Roadside Technicians.

The Role

As a Roadside Technician, you will attend vehicle breakdowns at homes, roadsides, and other locations, diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs to get customers moving again quickly and safely.

You’ll be equipped with a fully stocked service vehicle, modern diagnostic tools, and full support from our workshop network.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to roadside breakdowns and emergencies
• Diagnose faults across a wide range of vehicles
• Carry out effective roadside repairs (targeting first-time fix)
• Recover vehicles when repair is not possible (local recoveries)
• Deliver excellent customer service and reassurance
• Prioritise customer safety at all times
• Support workshop repairs when required

Requirements

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic / Roadside Technician
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Experience working on a variety of vehicles (cars and light commercial vehicles)
• Full UK driving licence (Category B)
• Ability to work independently in a roadside environment
• Good communication and customer service skills
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)

Desirable:

• Previous roadside assistance or recovery experience
• Experience using diagnostic equipment

What We Offer

• Fully equipped roadside vehicle (home based where vehicle allocation allows)
• Latest diagnostic tools and equipment
• High roadside repair success rate (over 80%)
• Strong workshop and recovery support network
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding company

Working Pattern

• Monday to Friday 0700-1800
• Overtime shifts available at weekends

(other shifts are available for different technician roles, depending on suitability)

Why Join Westbourne?

• Be part of a growing, company
• Make a real difference helping customers in difficult situations
• Work in a role that combines technical skill with customer interaction
• Join a team focused on fixing more vehicles at the roadside than competitors

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced technician looking for a rewarding and varied role, apply today and join Westbourne’s growing team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £33,000.00-£48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Store discount

Application question(s):

• Have you held your full driving licence for a minimum of 3 years?

Experience:

• Automotive diagnostics and repair: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: On the road