Aviva
Roadside Technician
Roadside Technician – Green Flag Patrol
Base salary £37,000 + OTE up to £44,000
This is a great job for someone who’s ready for a role where their mechanical skills genuinely make a difference. At Green Flag, we’re growing our breakdown services and putting our people at the heart of everything we do. When someone’s car lets them down, you step in as the hero of the moment — getting them back on the road and taking the stress out of an unexpected situation.
A bit about the job:
Be the first point of contact for drivers who have broken down, providing expert roadside support
Diagnose vehicle faults and carry out minor repairs to get customers back on the road quickly
Complete practical tasks such as tyre repairs/changes, battery testing and replacement, and fuel assistance
Deliver clear explanations and reassurance, helping customers feel calm and supported in stressful situations
Use a fully equipped Green Flag vehicle and tools to safely resolve issues across your area
Skills and experience we’re looking for:
A strong mechanical background with excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
Full UK Category B driving licence and aged 21+ (for insurance purposes)
NVQ Level 2 in light vehicle maintenance (or equivalent) preferred — or relevant hands-on experience/apprenticeship
Up-to-date knowledge of repair techniques and a strong commitment to safe working practices
Confidence working independently, with a calm, friendly, and empathetic approach to customers
This is a permanent, field‑based role where you start and finish your day from home. You’ll work 40 hours across four days a week, on shifts between 7am–8pm, Monday to Sunday. Overtime is available — entirely your choice.
This role covers an area of - Bristol | Bath | Weston-Super-Mare | Yeovil | Frome | Warminster | Trowbridge | Wincanton | Shepton Mallet | Glastonbury.
What you’ll get for this role:
Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.
Starting salary of £37,000 (with the possibility to earn up to £44,000 with overtime).
Bonus opportunity - 6% of annual salary Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s.
Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days
Aviva-funded Private Medical Benefit to help you get expert support when you need it
Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts
Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme
Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work
Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others
We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools
Aviva is for Everyone
We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.
We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending at least 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.
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We'd love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, or if you have any queries in relation to the vacancy, please contact Peter at peter.varga@aviva.com.