Mobile Vehicle Technician - Southampton

TieTalent; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 38,625 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Pension and life cover

Free breakdown cover

Flexible overtime options

Employee share scheme

Job summary

A national service provider in Basingstoke is seeking a Mobile Vehicle Technician to provide expert vehicle maintenance services on-site. The role offers a competitive base salary of £38,625 with overtime potential reaching £53,000. Candidates should have a Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification and at least three years of experience. The position includes flexible hours, a fully equipped van, and various company benefits including breakdown cover and generous holiday allowances.

Qualifications

• Three years of hands-on experience as a vehicle technician on light vehicles.
• Full UK driving license with fewer than 6 points.
• Comfortable with diagnostics, repairs, servicing, and checks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class service at various locations without garage limitations.
• Use your own fully equipped RAC van and fuel card.
• Work independently while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Skills

Customer service skills

Expert vehicle knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Tools for vehicle repairs

Job description

Mobile Vehicle Technician - Southampton

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join the RAC as a Mobile Mechanic

Join the RAC as a Mobile Mechanic

Competitive salary: £38,625 basic salary, with the opportunity to earn up to £53,000

Sociable hours: 40 per week, 8am–4:30pm, plus 1 in 4 Saturdays

Optional overtime: That is flexible to the hours you want to work

The Role

As an RAC Mobile Mechanic in the Service, Maintenance and Repair (SMR) division, you’ll bring your expert knowledge and problem-solving skills directly to our members – wherever they are. From driveways to office car parks, you’ll deliver first-class service without the limitations of a traditional garage.

We’ll set you up for success from day one with:

• Your own fully equipped RAC van and fuel card
• Full uniform and PPE
• All the essential tools and diagnostic equipment you need
  
  

You’ll have the freedom and variety of working on the move, meeting different people, solving problems, and making a real difference every day - all while keeping a healthy work-life balance in a 40-hour week.

No CV required when you apply – it's easier than ever to start your journey with us.

Why you’ll love working for us

• Strong base pay – £38,625 a year, with bonuses and overtime taking you up to £53,000.
• Overtime to suit you – Just two extra days a month could add £5,760 a year to your base pay. Plus, end-of-shift overtime opportunities could be worth up to an extra £3,000 a year.
• Rewarding incentives – Earn up to a further £6,000 a year in bonus payments.
• Share in our success – All our employees are awarded shares, at no cost, so their share in the success of out growing our business
• Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From your very first day.
• Car salary sacrifice scheme – Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax.
• Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service).
• Pension & life cover – Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits).
• Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family.
• Exclusive discounts – Save on tools, tech, holidays, and more through our Orange Savings portal.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
• At least 3 years’ hands-on experience as a vehicle technician on light vehicles
• A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points
  
  

This role is perfect for you if you’re great with customers as well as cars. You’ll enjoy variety—diagnostics, repairs, servicing, and checks—and be confident making decisions on the spot. You’ll take pride in doing a quality job every time, delivering the complete peace of mind that comes from the RAC.

Why RAC?

For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 million members. We’re also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand.

We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we’ll be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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