Mobile Mechanic

Rac Motoring Services; Irchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK motoring service provider is seeking a Vehicle Technician in Irchester. The role involves providing maintenance and diagnostic services on customers' driveways, managing inventory, and delivering excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 qualification in vehicle maintenance and at least three years of experience. This position offers a competitive base salary starting at £38,625 with earnings potential up to £50,000, alongside additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Guaranteed overtime

Essential tools and equipment provided

Paid family leave

Pension scheme with contributions

Qualifications

• Valid UK driver's license with fewer than 6 points.
• Experience maintaining and repairing light vehicles.
• Ability to work independently and engage with customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide light vehicle maintenance and diagnostic services on site.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and supplies.
• Engage with customers and maintain high service levels.

Skills

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification

3 years hands-on experience as a vehicle technician

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

You're someone who gets people. This isn't just spanners and engines—our mechanics are out there on driveways, chatting with customers, giving advice, and representing the RAC with pride. You're not just in the RAC—you are the RAC. Every fix, every chat, every driveway visit shows what we're all about.

You like mixing things up. Every day's a little different—servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and checks. But it doesn't stop there: you'll manage your stock, do your reporting, and keep those customer conversations flowing.

You think on your feet. You'll be trusted to think on your feet and make the right call for each customer. Different fixes, different faces, new challenges every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide light vehicle maintenance and diagnostic services directly to customers on driveways and office car parks.
• Handle servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and checks across a range of light vehicles.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and supplies.
• Conduct reporting and maintain accurate records.
• Engage with customers, give advice, and maintain a high level of customer service.

Qualifications

• Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent).
• At least 3 years hands‑on experience as a vehicle technician working with a range of light vehicles.
• A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points.

About the RAC

At the RAC, we never stand still. With a legacy of over 125 years, it's this restless drive for better that has earned the trust of over 12.5 million members and is why we're on a mission to be the UK's number one motoring services provider.

That commitment to excellence isn't just felt by our members—it echoes through our people too. With a 4.5‑star rating on Glassdoor, our colleagues recognise the RAC as a place where ambition, support and authenticity come together.

We're all about progress powered by people. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome every background, champion every voice and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, individuality fuels innovation and you're invited to bring your full self to it.

Remuneration and Working Hours

• Competitive base salary of £38,625, with on‑target earnings up to £50,000.
• Option to increase base salary to £44,385, plus additional overtime and bonus opportunities.
• Guaranteed overtime available.
• 40 hours per week, core hours 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with 1 in 4 Saturdays.

Equipment and Support

• Fully equipped RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit.
• Full training and support from day one.

Benefits

• Earnings: base salary of £38,625 with possible earnings up to £50,000 via bonuses and premium‑rate overtime.
• Guaranteed overtime: after one month, opt to work extra rest days at £30 per hour.
• Tools: free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one; access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months.
• Holiday: 23 days of holiday (rising to 25 with service) plus bank holidays.
• Paid family leave, flexible schedules, practical resources for personal commitments.
• Pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions; life assurance cover up to 4× salary.
• Wellbeing: 24/7 confidential support service for you and household members 16+.
• Extras: Orange Savings portal, Colleague Share Scheme after probation.

How to Apply

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