Mobile Vehicle Technician - South West
Join the RAC: Together, We’re Going Places!
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? At the RAC, we offer a competitive base salary of £38,625, with the potential to earn up to £50,000 through on-target earnings. Plus, with our guaranteed overtime option, you can boost your base salary to £44,385 and enjoy additional overtime and bonus opportunities!
Your Work Schedule
We value your time! Enjoy a 40-hour work week with core hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and just 1 in 4 Saturdays. Opportunities are available across the South West, including:
- Bodmin
- Barnstaple
- Bournemouth
- Bristol
- Bridgwater
- Exeter
- St Austell
- Plymouth
- Swansea
- Gloucester
- Cheltenham
Your Role as a Mobile Mechanic
As an RAC Mobile Mechanic in our Service, Maintenance, and Repair division, you’ll bring your expert vehicle maintenance and diagnostic skills directly to our customers—wherever they are! From driveways to office car parks, you’ll deliver first-class service without the constraints of a traditional garage. We’ll equip you for success from day one with:
- Your own RAC van
- Fuel card
- Full uniform
- Essential tools
- Diagnostic kit
Think independence, career progression, and a real work-life balance. With a 40-hour week, you’ll be out and about, avoiding the same four walls every day!
Why Join Us?
The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, blending our rich heritage with bold innovation. Now’s your chance to be part of a company that’s redefining roadside repair. If you’re a skilled, practical mechanic looking to be part of something big, this is the opportunity for you!
Benefits That Go the Extra Mile
- Earnings That Motivate: Enjoy a market-competitive base salary of £38,625, with the potential to earn up to £50,000 through bonuses and premium-rate overtime.
- Opt-in Guaranteed Overtime: After your first month, choose to work extra rest days at £30 per hour. Just one extra day a month could earn you an additional £3,000 per year!
- Tools to Drive Your Future: Start with a free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one, plus access to a car salary sacrifice scheme after 12 months.
- Time Off That Matters: Enjoy 23 days of holiday (rising to 25 with service) plus bank holidays, along with paid family leave and flexible schedules.
- Financial Security & Perks: Benefit from a pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions and life assurance cover up to 4x salary.
- Wellbeing That Works for You: Access our 24/7 confidential support service for you and your household members aged 16+.
- Extras That Make a Difference: Join our exclusive discount portal and, after passing probation, automatically enroll in our Colleague Share Scheme.
What We’re Looking For
You’re someone who gets people. This isn’t just about spanners and engines—our mechanics are out there on driveways, chatting with customers, giving advice, and representing the RAC with pride. You’re not just in the RAC—you are the RAC!
Every day is a little different—servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and checks. You’ll manage your stock, do your reporting, and keep those customer conversations flowing. You’ll be trusted to think on your feet and make the right call for each customer.
Requirements
- Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience as a vehicle technician working with a range of light vehicles
- A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points
Join Us in Making a Difference!
At the RAC, we never stand still. With a legacy of over 125 years, our restless drive for better has earned the trust of over 12.5 million members. We’re on a mission to be the UK’s number one motoring services provider.
We’re all about progress powered by people. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome every background, champion every voice, and support your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, individuality fuels innovation, and you’re invited to bring your full self to it!
No CV required when you apply – it’s easier than ever to start your journey with us!
