Mobile Mechanic

Rac Motoring Services
Esher
1 week ago
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Overview

You're someone who gets people. This isn't just 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 fix, every chat, every driveway visit shows what we're all about. At the RAC, we never stand still. With a legacy of over 125 years, it's this restless drive for better that's earned the trust of over 12.5 million members and it's why we're on a mission to be the UK's number one motoring services provider. We strive for progress powered by people, and we welcome every background as part of our equal opportunities commitment.

Responsibilities
  • You're someone who gets people. This isn't just spanners and engines—our mechanics are 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 fix, every chat, every driveway visit shows what we're all about.
  • You like mixing things up. Every day is different—servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and checks. You’ll also manage stock, do reporting, and keep customer conversations flowing.
  • 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.
Qualifications
  • Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
  • At least 3 years' hands-on experience as a vehicle technician working with a range of light vehicles
  • A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points
Role Details & Benefits
  • Location opportunities in the South East area: Aylesbury, Banbury, Hemel Hempstead, High Wycombe, Horsham, Oxford, Colchester, Esher, Ipswich, Guildford, Milton Keynes
  • As an RAC Mobile Mechanic in the Service, Maintenance and Repair division, you'll bring expert vehicle maintenance and diagnostic skills directly to customers, wherever they are—driveways, office car parks, etc.—with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit provided.
  • Hours: 40 hours per week, with core hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and 1 in 4 Saturdays.
  • Compensation & Benefits – base salary £38,625, with on-target earnings up to £55,000 (including London Weighting where applicable); guaranteed overtime to increase base salary to £44,385, plus overtime and bonus opportunities. Optional earnings enhancements are described below.
  • Earnings & Overtime Options – market-competitive base salary with potential to increase through bonuses and premium-rate overtime; opt-in guaranteed overtime after the first month to work extra rest days at £30 per hour, with examples of potential annual increases.
  • Tools & Career Growth – RAC-provided tools and diagnostic kit from day one; access to a car salary sacrifice scheme after 12 months (including electric vehicle options).
  • Time Off & Wellbeing – 23 days of holiday (rising to 25 with service) plus bank holidays; paid family leave and flexible schedules to support work-life balance; 24/7 confidential wellbeing support for you and household members aged 16+.
  • Financial Security & Perks – pension scheme with matched contributions up to 6.5% and life assurance up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits).
  • Extras – exclusive discounts portal and eligibility for Colleague Share Scheme after probation, giving you a stake in collective success.


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