Roadside Rescue Mechanic

Rac Motoring Services; Newbury; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market base salary

OTE potential

RAC van provided

Free breakdown cover

Pension & life cover

Holidays 23–25 days

Job summary

RAC is seeking a Roadside Rescue Mechanic to provide expert mechanical roadside repairs and diagnostics across the UK. You will join the Reading/Oxford clusters, starting and finishing from home, and you will respond to breakdowns, delivering quick, confident solutions while maintaining exceptional member service.

You’ll have your own RAC van, tools, and diagnostic kit from day one. The role is full-time, with a base salary of £42,921.87 (inclusive of night allowance) and an average OTE of

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent.
• 5+ years' experience as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic is acceptable.
• A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert mechanical roadside repair and vehicle diagnostics.
• Provide emergency breakdown support across the UK.
• Work from home base and start/end days locally for each call-out.
• Maintain high standards of member service and technical excellence.

Skills

Mechanical roadside repair

Vehicle diagnostics

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance

5+ years' experience as Vehicle Technician/Mechanic

Job description

Roadside Rescue Mechanic

Date: 2026-09-28T00:00:00

Location: Newbury, Berkshire, GB, RG14 5

Employment Type: Full Time

Closing Date: 2026-12-30T14:00:12.67

At RAC, we appreciate the dedication of our colleagues who go the extra mile for our customers. In return, we offer a market competitive base salary of £42,921.87, (Inclusive of night allowance) complimented by an average OTE ranging from £43,000 to £53,000.

Where you'll work

You'll be part of the Reading cluster, covering areas like Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell, Henley-on-Thames, Crowthorne, Sandhurst. You'll be part of the Oxford cluster, covering areas like Oxford, Abingdon, Didcot, Wantage, Witney, Bicester, Thame. We organise work locally so you can start and finish at home, focusing your day on getting members back on the road in your local area.

What you’ll need

• Either: NVQ Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent) with 2+ years' experience or 5+ years' experience as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic
• A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points

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 roadside - combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service.

We'll set you up for success from day one, with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided. The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, combining heritage with innovation. If you're looking for a career in roadside automotive services that's rewarding, fast-paced, and full of variety – this is it.

Benefits

• Strong base pay - £42,921.87 a year and realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performing earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates
• Share in our success - Join our colleague share scheme for free to benefit from the future growth of the 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

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

• You're more than a mechanic. You're a problem solver, a people person, and a proud ambassador for the RAC. Whether you're on a busy roadside or a quiet cul-de-sac, you stay calm under pressure and confident in your craft.
• You thrive on variety. One moment it's fault diagnostics, the next it's a flat tyre or battery - no two jobs are the same.
• You'll be equipped and ready for every call-out, with the tools, tech, and support to get the job done.
• 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.

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.