Roadside Vehicle Technician
Winchester, Hampshire – £36,400–£60,000 per year, Full Time
Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician
Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you'll receive:
* A market‑competitive base salary of £36,400 and realistic OTE of £61,000, with top‑performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
* Start and finish your day on your driveway. Demand‑led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, with optional overtime available.
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 – combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service.
We’ll set you up for success from day one: your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit are all provided.
Benefits that go the extra mile
* Strong base pay – £36,400 and realistic OTE of £61,000, with top‑performers earning 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.
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. You stay calm under pressure and confident in your craft, thinking on your feet and making the right call for each customer.
You thrive on variety: fault diagnostics, flat tyres, batteries – no two jobs are the same. You’re equipped and ready for every call‑out, with the tools, tech, and support to get the job done.
Why RAC?
For more than 128 years, we keep drivers moving and are trusted by over 15 million members. We value every voice, support growth, and offer a 4.5‑star Glassdoor rating. We welcome people from every background and help you grow and develop your career.
Location: Winchester, Hampshire, UK
Industry: Other
Company: RAC
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