Mobile Vehicle Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£37,570 to £42,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Northampton, NN1 3BA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	17 Sept 2026
Closing date:	16 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for the position of Mobile Vehicle Technician in Northampton, Northamptonshire. This is a full-time role offering a unique opportunity for experienced Mobile Vehicle Technicians to work autonomously within a well-established automotive business.

Benefits:

- Up to £37,570 annual salary plus Time Saved Bonus Plan

- Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week, with no weekend work

- Fully equipped company vehicle including a fuel card, which can be kept at home

- Comprehensive Ford training and continuous professional development

- Ongoing career development opportunities within a reputable organisation

- Overtime available when required

- Support for technician progression through Ford’s training pathway

Duties of a Mobile Vehicle Technician:

- Conduct vehicle servicing and routine maintenance on commercial vehicles, predominantly Ford Transits

- Perform PDI checks, brake replacements, and timing belt replacements, including off-site on Ford Transits

- Carry out diagnostic work, warranty repairs, and recalls, adhering to manufacturer standards

- Identify additional work during health checks and complete repairs in line with OEM specifications

- Maintain accurate documentation and service records

- Provide excellent customer service and represent the business professionally while working independently across Northampton and surrounding areas

- Occasionally stay away overnight, with prior arrangement and consideration of personal circumstances

Requirements of a Mobile Vehicle Technician:

- Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

- Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Vehicle Technician

- Previous main dealer experience, particularly with Ford, is highly advantageous

- Strong diagnostic skills and fault-finding ability

- Confident in performing timing belt replacements on Ford Transits off-site

- Experience working on commercial vehicles, especially Ford Transits

- Full UK driving licence

- Excellent communication and customer service skills

- Positive attitude and commitment to high-quality workmanship

- Ability to manage workload independently

If you meet these criteria and are looking for a mobile role with excellent benefits and development prospects, this Mobile Vehicle Technician vacancy offers an ideal platform for career progression.

Contact Tom Thacker, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Northampton and Northamptonshire, today to discover more about this fantastic Mobile 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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