Roadside Mechanic

Rac Motoring Services; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading roadside assistance company in Cardiff is seeking a Roadside Mechanic to deliver expert roadside repairs and diagnostics. Offering a £35,000 base salary with an OTE of £60,000, this full-time role includes demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week and provides essential tools, a uniform, and a company van. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification and a customer-focused approach. Join a respected company with over 128 years of history in keeping drivers moving.

Benefits

Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover

Share scheme for free participation in business growth

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays

Pension with up to 6.5% matched contributions

Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential helpline

Exclusive discounts via Orange Savings portal

Qualifications

• Proven technical, electrical and diagnostic experience.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert mechanical roadside repair and vehicle diagnostics.
• Provide emergency breakdown support across the UK.

Skills

Customer-focused approach

Problem-solving

Technical, electrical and diagnostic experience

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Roadside Mechanic

Cardiff, South Glamorgan • £35k + OTE of £60k Full Time • Posted by: RAC • Posted: Thursday, 27 November 2025

Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you’ll receive:

• A market‑competitive base salary of £35,000 and a realistic OTE of £60,000, with top performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
• Demand‑led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, with optional overtime available.
• Full uniform, essential tools, diagnostic kit and your own RAC van with fuel card provided.
• Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover from day one.
• Share scheme for free participation in the future growth of the business.
• Car salary sacrifice scheme, including electric vehicle options after 12 months.
• Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays, rising to 25 with service.
• Pension: up to 6.5% matched contributions and life cover up to 4× salary (10× with flex benefits).
• Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential helpline.
• Exclusive discounts via Orange Savings portal.

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

What you’ll need:

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent) with proven technical, electrical and diagnostic experience.
• A customer‑focused approach.
• A full UK driving licence.

As a Roadside Technician within our Patrol division, you’ll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Whether it’s a flat battery, tyre change or complex fault‑finding, you’ll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most.

You’ll start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head‑on and making a real impact on the road‑side – combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service.

With your own van, fuel card, uniform and essential tools, you’ll be fully equipped to give prompt and effective assistance.

Sound like your kind of role? Here’s what we’re after:

• You’re more than a mechanic – you’re a problem‑solver, people person and proud ambassador for the RAC.
• You thrive on variety – fault diagnostics, flat tyre, battery – each job is different.
• You think on your feet – trusted to make the right call for each customer, handling new challenges every day.

For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving. Today we’re trusted by over 15 million members, with a 4.5‑star Glassdoor rating. We welcome people from every background, value every voice and support your growth every step of the way.

Location: Cardiff, South Glamorgan, UK

Industry: Engineering

Rate: £35k + OTE of £60k

Company: RAC