At a Glance
- Tasks: Be a roadside hero, solving problems and helping drivers get back on the road.
- Company: Join RAC, a trusted name in roadside assistance for over 128 years.
- Benefits: Earn up to £61,000 with bonuses, plus generous holidays and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Work locally, start from home, and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Embrace flexibility and variety while making a real difference in people's lives.
- Qualifications: A Level 2 vehicle maintenance qualification and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 55869 - 61000 £ per year.
Join the RAC as a SuperFlex Roadside Mechanic. Flexibility is valued and rewarded in this role.
Salary and Working Hours
£55,869 basic salary inclusive of London Weighting Allowance, with an opportunity to earn up to £61,000. Average 40 hours per week. Roster provided seven days in advance; core working hours confirmed three days prior. Shifts between 06:00 and 02:00, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
Location
You’ll be part of the Slough cluster, covering areas such as Slough, Windsor, Maidenhead, Marlow, High Wycombe, Beaconsfield, and Gerrards Cross. Work is organised locally so you can start and finish at home, focusing on getting members back on the road in your local area.
Requirements
- A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent) with demonstrative technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
- A customer-focused approach.
- A full UK driving licence.
- Flexibility to work at relatively short notice and be open to travel with overnight stays if necessary.
Benefits
- Strong base pay of £55,869 a year with bonuses and overtime up to £61,000.
- Colleague share scheme with free participation.
- Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover from day one.
- Car salary sacrifice scheme with electric vehicle options after 12 months.
- Generous holidays: 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service).
- Pension and life cover: up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to four times your salary (ten times with flex benefits).
- Wellbeing support: 24/7 confidential support helpline.
- Exclusive discounts through Orange Savings portal.
Role Responsibilities & Attributes
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 remain calm under pressure, quick to connect, and confident in your craft. You embrace flexibility: diagnostic work may be followed by a flat tyre or a flat battery – no two jobs are the same. You manage your own kit, keep the van stocked, and handle reports with precision. You read a situation quickly, make the right fix, support each member, and keep everyone moving.
Why RAC?
For more than 128 years, RAC has been keeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 million members. We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and support your growth every step of the way.
Superflex Roadside Patrol - Slough in Milton Keynes employer: RAC
Join the RAC as a SuperFlex Roadside Mechanic in Slough, where flexibility and a strong work-life balance are at the heart of our culture. With a competitive salary, generous benefits including free breakdown cover and a share scheme, and opportunities for personal growth, you'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to keeping our members safe on the road. Enjoy the convenience of starting and finishing at home while making a real difference in your local community.
