Roadside Mechanic (SF) - Heathrow

RAC; Coventry; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading breakdown service provider in the UK is seeking a skilled Roadside Mechanic to provide high-quality assistance on the road. This position offers a competitive salary package of £53,720.98 and opportunities for further career development. As a Mechanic, you will need a Level 2 qualification in vehicle maintenance, along with technical experience and a customer-focused approach. Enjoy excellent benefits including a share scheme, flexible working hours, and comprehensive support from your team.

Benefits

Colleague Share Scheme

Holiday allowance of 23 days & bank holidays

Car salary sacrifice scheme

FREE RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service

Access to discounts with Orange Savings

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving license.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight if necessary.
• Experience in field-based maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality roadside assistance to customers.
• Utilize latest vehicle technology to diagnose and repair vehicles.
• Work flexible hours as required by the role.

Skills

Technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience

Customer-focused approach

Flexibility to work at short notice

Education

A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

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Roadside Mechanic (SF) - Heathrow, Longford

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Client:

RAC

Location:

Longford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

11

Posted:

01.08.2025

Expiry Date:

15.09.2025

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Job Description:

At RAC, we appreciate the dedication of our colleagues who go the extra mile for our customers. In return, we offer a competitive base salary of £53,720.98 (including London Weighting allowance if applicable) complemented by an average OTE ranging from £54,000 to £58,000.

In addition to this, you'll also enjoy these extra benefits:

• Colleague Share Scheme – a unique opportunity to become a co-owner of our business and share in the future success of RAC
• Holiday allowance of 23 days & bank holidays rising to 25 with service
• No additional travel time - Start and finish on your driveway
• Option to join RAC’s Group Personal Pension scheme where we will match/contribute up to 6.5% on qualifying earnings
• 2 x Basic Salary Core Employer funded Life Assurance cover (4 x for pension scheme members) with the option to flex up to 10 x cover through our flexible benefits offering
• Family leave support including paid time off, flexibility and resources to help balance work and family commitments
• Confidential personal support service, available 24/7 for you and your household members aged 16+
• Car salary sacrifice scheme – after 12 months of employment, enjoy significant tax savings, including electric vehicle options
• FREE RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from Day One
• Access to Orange Savings, offering discounts on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, tech, and more

The RAC is the UK's leading breakdown service provider, with 4,000 'orange heroes' delivering top motoring services. Due to our growth, we now seek a skilled, field-based Roadside Mechanic to join our team.

As a Roadside Mechanic you will need:

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
• Technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
• A customer-focused approach
• A full UK driving licence
• Flexibility to work at short notice
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight if necessary

This role involves working approximately 40 hours per week without a fixed roster. You will receive your schedule seven days in advance, with core hours communicated three days prior, within 0600-0200. Your shifts may include evenings, early mornings, weekends, and bank holidays.

You will benefit from a comprehensive induction, access to the latest vehicle technology, and support from our technical team. There are opportunities for further career development within our expanding business.