Roadside Mechanic (SF) - Preston

RAC; Preston; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

RAC, the UK's leading breakdown service provider, is seeking a skilled Roadside Mechanic to join their team. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including a share scheme and a comprehensive induction. Mechanics will provide exceptional roadside support, handle breakdowns, and ensure high service standards while working flexible hours. If you have a passion for vehicles and customer service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Colleague Share Scheme

Holiday allowance of 23 days & bank holidays

No additional travel time

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Life Assurance cover

Family leave support

Confidential personal support service

Car salary sacrifice scheme

FREE RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service

Access to online discounts portal

Qualifications

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent).
• Demonstrated technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
• Flexibility to work at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver roadside support and handle breakdowns face-to-face.
• Provide technical support and maintain high service standards.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Technical experience

Electrical experience

Diagnostic experience

Customer-focused approach

Education

A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification

Job description

About The Role

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 £48,720.98 complemented by an average OTE ranging from £50,000 to £54,000.

In addition to this, you'll also enjoy all of 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 hours per day every day of the year for both you and any family members aged 16+ in your household
• Car salary sacrifice scheme – after 12 months of employment, where you’ll enjoy significant tax savings, including electric vehicle options
• FREE RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from Day One
• Access to Orange Savings, our online discounts portal offering thousands of savings on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, tech and much more

The RAC is the UK's leading breakdown service provider - a people-powered business of 4,000 'orange heroes' delivering best-in-class motoring services for both private and business drivers. Our unprecedented growth means we now have a fantastic opportunity for a skilled, field-based Roadside Mechanic to join our Roadside Patrol team.

As a Roadside Mechanic you will need:

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

In this role, you’ll work the equivalent of 40 hours per week without a set roster. You will receive your roster seven days in advance, with core hours sent three days prior. You will work within the hours of 0600 and 0200, including evenings, early mornings, weekends, and bank holidays.

You’ll benefit from a comprehensive induction, access to the latest vehicle technology, and support from our technical team. There is also potential for career development within our growing business.

Roadside support is at the very heart of our business, as our Mechanics deliver an exceptional service to our members face-to-face, handling breakdowns, providing technical support, and maintaining the high standards expected from the RAC. If you have a passion for working with vehicles and helping others, consider a career as an RAC Roadside Mechanic!

We’re committed to developing a culture that is inclusive, accessible, and representative of the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.