Mobile LCV Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£45,000 to £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Hampstead, NW3 2NH
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	12 Nov 2026
Closing date:	11 Dec 2026

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Summary

Mobile LCV Technician / Vehicle Technician – North West London

We are recruiting for an experienced Mobile Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, LCV Technician or Diagnostic Technician to establish an in-house maintenance service for a growing fleet of over 300 vehicles in North West London. Applicants must have strong light commercial vehicle diagnostic and repair experience, be confident working independently and have the right to work in the UK. A Level 3 vehicle maintenance qualification is preferred, although experienced Level 2 qualified technicians will also be considered.

Job Details

Location: Hampstead, North West London (NW3), with work at Kingsbury and roadside locations

Salary: Up to £45,000 basic, depending on experience

Overtime: Additional hours paid at standard hourly rate

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm (can be flexible on this)

Ref: 31959

Mobile LCV Technician Company Benefits

- Paid overtime when additional hours are required

- 28 days' holiday including bank holidays

- Additional paid day off for your birthday

- Company van provided for work duties

- Workplace pension scheme

- Cycle-to-work scheme

- Larger workshop equipment provided

- Opportunity to establish a new in-house maintenance service

- Potential progression as the workshop operation grows

Mobile LCV Technician Role

- Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults across a fleet of 300+ patient transport vehicles

- Attend roadside breakdowns, including battery and tyre-related issues

- Carry out mobile repairs to return vehicles to service safely

- Complete depot-based servicing, inspections and mechanical repairs

- Prepare vehicles for MOT testing and identify necessary repairs

- Coordinate larger repair jobs with external garages

- Help develop workshop procedures and the in-house maintenance operation

Mobile LCV Technician Requirements

- Proven diagnostic and repair experience on light commercial vehicles or vans

- Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding ability

- Experience working independently in mobile or workshop environments

- Level 3 qualification in vehicle maintenance preferred, or Level 2 with substantial relevant experience

- Confidence undertaking servicing, inspections and practical repairs

- Right to work in the UK

Previous experience with Volkswagen or Ford commercial vehicles would be advantageous. Experience maintaining ambulances, patient transport vehicles or specialist fleets would also be beneficial.

A Full UK Driving Licence is expected for the mobile duties, with the precise requirements awaiting confirmation.

How to ApplyIf you're interested in this Mobile Mechanic vacancy in North West London, apply with your CV or contact Robert Samuels at Octane Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Consultant: Robert Samuels

RSVT

Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff. We also recruit for related positions including Mobile Vehicle Technician, Mobile Mechanic, LCV Technician, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Van Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Fleet Technician and Vehicle Maintenance Technician across the UK.

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