Superflex Roadside Mechanic

Role overview

RAC is hiring a Superflex Roadside Mechanic for the Barnstaple area. This position is built around flexibility, giving you varied shifts and local work while helping members get moving again at the roadside.

Pay and working pattern

• Basic annual pay is £50,669, with the potential to reach £57,000 through bonuses and overtime.
• You will average 40 hours per week across the year.
• Your rota will be shared seven days ahead of time, and your core hours will be confirmed three days before you work them.
• Shift times can run from 06:00 to 02:00.
• Work may include early starts, late finishes, weekends, and bank holidays.

Work location

You will be based in the Barnstaple cluster and cover nearby areas such as Barnstaple, Bideford, Ilfracombe, Braunton, and South Molton. Jobs are planned locally so you can begin and end your day at home while focusing on helping drivers in your own area.

What the role involves

As a roadside mechanic, you will respond to breakdowns and other vehicle issues, apply fault-finding skills, and decide on the right repair or recovery action for each situation. Calls may range from diagnostics to tyre or battery problems, and every visit will require a calm, customer-friendly approach.

You will also be responsible for managing your kit, keeping the van organised and stocked, and completing reports accurately.

Tools and support provided

From day one, RAC will provide your own van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic equipment.

Candidate profile

This opportunity suits someone who enjoys fast-moving work, stays composed under pressure, and is comfortable making practical decisions on the spot. You should be customer-focused, adaptable, and ready to represent RAC professionally at every call-out.

Requirements

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification, or an equivalent credential, along with proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
• A strong customer-first mindset.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to work at short notice and to travel with overnight stays when required.

Benefits

• Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover from day one.
• Colleague share scheme with the chance to benefit from the business’s future growth.
• Car salary sacrifice scheme, including electric vehicle options, available after 12 months.
• 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days with service.
• Employer pension contributions matched up to 6.5%.
• Life cover of up to 4 times salary, or up to 10 times salary with flex benefits.
• 24/7 confidential wellbeing support for you and your family.
• Discounts on tools, technology, holidays, and more through the Orange Savings portal.

About RAC

With more than 128 years of heritage, RAC supports over 15 million members and combines long-standing experience with ongoing innovation. The company says it values inclusion, welcomes people from all backgrounds, and supports employees in building their careers.

Additional information

No CV is needed to apply. RAC positions this as a rewarding, varied role for someone looking to build a career in automotive roadside support.