Superflex Roadside Mechanic

Company: RAC
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Location: Tyne and Wear
Job Description:

Join the RAC as a SuperFlexRoadside Mechanic

Flexibility deserves recognition – and wedeliver. As a Superflex Patrol RoadsideMechanic, you’ll provide the adaptability our service relieson.

  • Competitivesalary: £50,669 basic salary, with theopportunity to earn up to £57,000
  • Weekly variety: You’llwork the on average 40 hours per week across the year, receivingyour roster seven days in advance with your core working hoursconfirmed three days prior.
  • Thrive outside of9-5: Shifts will fall between 06:00 and 02:00,and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bankholidays. 

Where you’llwork

You’ll be part ofthe Newcastle cluster, covering areas like Newcastle upon Tyne,Gateshead, North Shields, South Shields, Wallsend, Whitley Bay,Tynemouth, Cramlington, Morpeth.

We organise worklocally so you can start and finish at home, focusing your day ongetting members back on the road in your localarea.

What you’ll need:

Either:

  • NVQ Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance(or equivalent) with 2+ years’ experience or
  • 5+ years’ experience as a VehicleTechnician/Mechanic

and

  • A full UK drivinglicence with fewer than 6 points 

This role is ideal for those who thrive indynamic environments and are committed to supporting our memberswhen they need it most. In return, you’ll receive a competitivepackage and the chance to make a real impact on theroadside. We’ll equip you for success from day one withyour own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, anddiagnostic kit all provided.

The RAC has been a trusted name for over 128years, combining our heritage with bold innovation. Now’s the timeto join a company that’s redefining roadside assistance. If you’relooking for a career in automotive roadside services that’srewarding, fast-paced, and full of variety, this isit.

No CV required when you apply – it’s easier than everto start your journey withus.

As a SuperflexRoadside Mechanic at RAC, you’ll get benefits that go the extramile

  •  Strong basepay – £50,669 a year, with bonuses and overtimetaking you up to £57,000.
  • Share in oursuccess –   Join our colleague sharescheme for free to benefit from the future growth of thebusiness
  • FreeRAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From your veryfirst day.
  • Carsalary sacrifice scheme – Includes electricvehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save ontax.
  • Generousholidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (risingto 25 with service).
  • Pension & lifecover – Up to 6.5% matched pensioncontributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flexbenefits).
  • Wellbeing support –24/7 confidential support helpline for you and yourfamily.
  • Exclusive discounts –Save on tools, tech, holidays, and more through our Orange Savingsportal.

Sound like your kind of role? Here’s whatwe’re after:

You’re more than amechanic. You’re a problem solver, a peopleperson, and a proud ambassador for the RAC. Whether you’re on abusy roadside or a quiet cul-de-sac, you’re calm under pressure,quick to connect, and confident in yourcraft.

You embraceflexibility. One moment it’s fault diagnostics,the next it’s a flat tyre or a flat battery – no two jobs are thesame. You’ll manage your own kit, keep your van stocked, and handleyour reports with precision.

You know how to read asituation. Our Roadside Mechanics are trustedto make the call; finding the right fix, supporting each member,and keeping everyone moving. Every call-out is a chance to showcasethe RAC difference.

WhyRAC? For more than 128 years, we’ve beenkeeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 millionmembers. We’re also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-starGlassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support,ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand.

We welcome people from every background,value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. Atthe RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we’ll be with youevery step of the way to help you grow and develop yourcareer.

Posted: September 8th, 2026