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Roadside Patrol Mechanic

Req ID:
R-18126
Category:
Mechanical / Engineering
Location:
Tottenham Green
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Register your interest now for a role at Green Flag, we are expanding in to the North London region in March 2025, if you live in or close to any of the below locations apply now to avoid disappointment.

Pinner, Ruislip Uxbridge, Northolt, Hayes, Southall, Greenford, Ealing, Acton, Stanmore, Edgware, Harrow, Wembley, Willesden, Harlesden, Finchley, Golders Green, Wood Green, North Finchley, Tottenham, Islington, Edmonton, Whetstone, Enfield, Barnet, Northwood

About us

We're Green Flag, part of the Direct Line Group (DLG) and we've been helping motorists all over the country since 1971. We are an award-winning brand having recently been named the top breakdown cover provider in the Finder 2022 Customer Satisfaction Awards, independently voted for by consumers.

It's an exciting time for us that's why we're thrilled to grow our teams and looking for people to join as a Roadside Patrol.

What you'll do

This is a permanent role

You will be contracted to work 40 hours, four days a week, starting on a shift pattern with operating hours between 7am and 8pm Monday to Sunday, with the opportunity to do overtime, you choose. You will also receive a 5% bonus on completion of the probationary period.

We will provide you with a Green Flag vehicle and you will start your day from your home.

We know that our customer's vehicles make getting from A to B that much easier, whether that's to do the weekly shop, the school run or to get away on a staycation, it's all important, but sometimes our customers need us to get their vehicle back on the road and that's where you'll come in.

You'll put your technical knowledge to the test. Whether it be that they are out of fuel, require a tyre repair/change or a new battery, you will be ready and prepared to put their mind at rest and assist with a full kit on board to help them get back on the move. You will need to diagnose the problem and the understand the requirements to resolve it and give them the confidence to head off on their journey with no further interruptions from their vehicle.

Base salary: Up to £37000 dependant on experience

What you'll need

  • A current Category B driving licence is necessary
  • NVQ Level 2 or similar type of accreditation in light vehicle maintenance
  • Demonstrate empathy and a desire to always achieve the correct outcome.
  • Experience of the Motor Repair industry (essential)
  • Experience of lone working (desirable)
  • Utilise and apply up-to-date vehicle repair techniques.
  • Display and utilise best practice and first-class Health & Safety behaviours.
  • Collaboration with dispatch team to improve the customer claims journey.
  • Use self-initiative.

Who you'll work with

We know you've heard this all before, but the culture here at Green Flag part of the Direct Line Group (DLG) really is something else. We embrace our individuality – you'll see it in the way that we think and work, it's all about ensuring you can enjoy making a contribution, have some fun and be yourself in every aspect. We encourage each other to be the best we can be, no opinion goes unheard, no achievement goes unrecognised, and no idea goes unknown – we even reward you for them!

We encourage our people to work together, aim higher and to be the best they can be – for customers, colleagues and the business. It's an indefinable "DLGness" that makes us who we are, and we'd love for you to be a part of it.

You will be part of a team of roadside patrol operatives in your region reporting to a Team manager

Benefits

We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle:

  • 9% employer contributed pension
  • 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover
  • Additional optional Health and Dental insurance
  • EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way.
  • Generous holidays
  • Buy as you earn share scheme
  • Employee discounts and cashback
  • Plus many more

Being yourself

Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers.

We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

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Fix Up Your Future With DLG Auto Services

There’s no one quite like you. Let’s make the most out of your skills with a DLG Auto Services Career.

We know the automotive industry – from top to bottom and inside out. Because we look after the repair process from start to finish.

Across our Repair Centres we have a wide variety of career opportunities. Think airbrush artists, Valets, Mechanical Engineers, Customer Service advisors, Damage Assessors, plus many more. No matter the role, our teams all work together to get our customer’s vehicles on the road faster and better looking than before.

And that’s only a small aspect of everything that goes on in our vast network of garages across the UK.

Whatever your skillset, wherever your passions lie, you can drive an impactful career at DLG Auto Services.

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With a network of body shops that spans the length and breadth of the UK, and 90,000 accident damaged vehicles passing through our garages every year, here at DLG Auto Services, we don’t do things by halves. We’re bringing together sustainable, advanced tech and compassionate customer service to ensure our services stay ahead of the game. And we’re doing it for the good of motorists across the UK.

Let's accelerate your career!


Driving A More Sustainable Future


The future is exciting, we’re investing in new sustainable technologies to help us re-shape and evolve the vehicle repair industry.

Our high operating efficiency allows us to deliver excellent cost control whilst meeting our environmental targets through lowering emissions and increased recycling.

We are exploring a range of solutions to embed our environmental goals as part of our emissions reduction strategy.

Using alternative fuels – Testing the viability of alternative fuels, such as hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO), to power recovery trucks.

Energy efficient lighting – introducing LED lighting across our sites to illuminate our workshops and enable energy savings of 60%.

Green parts – Offering customers the option of ‘green’ parts could reduce the need for new replacement parts and significantly reduce the carbon footprint of repairs.

Our Repair Process

We genuinely care here at Direct Line Group Auto Services about what we do and strive to provide a phenomenal level of service for our customers.

Whether it’s the weekly shop, the school run, or making deliveries, getting from A to B is important.

Across our networks, our teams strive to get our customers vehicles in working order and back on the road as quickly as possible. We repair all our customers vehicles to the BS10125 standard for Vehicle Damage Repair, accredited by BSI, ensuring peace of mind for all.

See our teams in action in one of our high-tech garages.

Our Values

win together

Nobody has all the answers.

Think, act and win as one team to deliver great outcomes for our customers each and every day.

Draw upon diverse skills and perspectives, testing and iterating as you go.

Collaborate, communicate and be inclusive.

be yourself

We want the real, whole you and value diverse perspectives, ideas and opinions. So feel confident and empowered. Believe in yourself as much as we do.

Be you, have fun, and make this a great place to be.

own it

Make it happen. Spot the opportunities, take the initiative and be accountable.

Be brave, innovative and embrace new challenges, doing what’s right not what’s easy. Keep it simple and take risks in a positive way.

Develop new skills, own your own career path and push your talents to the limit.

speak up

We need different perspectives, so your input matters. Ask questions, make suggestions, raise concerns but be respectful and make the space to listen to others. Face into difficult conversations so we continue to evolve and improve.

Kavan, DLG Auto Services Apprentice

At DLG, development is everything. Our people make the wheels turn and keep us moving on an unstoppable trajectory.

Whether you’re just starting your career journey or looking to develop new skills our Apprenticeship opportunities may be the route for you.

Kavan joined DLG Auto services on one of our apprenticeships. As a Vehicle Damage Assessor apprentice, he has been given access to shaping our sustainable future while building skills for his career.

What Our Colleagues Say

“I returned to DLG after 17 years away and have been back for 4 weeks. Having spent most of my career at DLG, I knew what to expect. DLG treats you as a person, not just barcode, and the culture is fantastic. Everyone is friendly, and the benefits, including half-price pet insurance for my dog, are great! I highly recommend joining DLG; the excellent equipment makes the job easier and aids in your development.”
Steve
Panel Beater
“I joined DLG 2 months ago. I had been in automotive for a while and knew a few people who worked for DLG. They told me the business invested in their employees particularly in wellbeing and development. In the short time I have been at DLG I can see this is actually the case – you can see it in action. The company offers great career growth opportunities and a supportive culture that focuses on the customer – we support them through really stressful times and we always try to ensure the best outcome. Also, the benefits are great. You can put together your own package so it works for you. If you're considering joining just do it! You won’t regret it.”
Joanne
Production Manager

Our Benefits

We wouldn’t be where we are today without our people and the wide variety of perspectives and life experiences they bring. That’s why we offer excellent benefits to suit your lifestyle:

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9% employer contributed pension

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50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover

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Additional optional Health and Dental insurance

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EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way.

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Generous holidays

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Income protection

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Employee discounts and cashback

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Plus many more

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