Roadside Rescue Mechanic in Pennington

Pennington Full-Time 36400 - 36400 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible

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At a Glance

Tasks: Deliver expert mechanical roadside repair and vehicle diagnostics across the UK.
Company: Join the RAC, a leading provider of roadside assistance in the UK.
Benefits: Enjoy a base salary of £36,400 with an OTE of £61,000 and generous holidays.
Other info: Work within the Bournemouth cluster covering local areas like Poole and Christchurch.
Why this job: Start and finish your day at home while making a real impact on the roadside.
Qualifications: Requires a Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification and 2 years’ experience.

The predicted salary is between 36400 - 36400 £ per year.

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician and be part of the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician with a Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification (or equivalent) and at least 2 years’ experience, you’ll receive:

A market‑competitive base salary of £36,400 and a realistic OTE of £61,000, with top‑performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
Start and finish on your driveway.
Demand‑led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, with optional overtime available.

Where you’ll work:

You’ll be part of the Bournemouth cluster, covering areas such as Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Wimborne, Ringwood, Wareham, and Swanage. 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:

A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent), with at least 2 years’ post‑qualification technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
A customer‑focused approach.
A full UK driving licence.

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 by 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.

Benefits:

Strong base pay – £36,400 and realistic OTE of £61,000, with top‑performers 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 4 × your salary (10 × 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.

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.