Roadside Technician Nights - Bournemouth

Position Overview

Join RAC as a Roadside Technician working night shifts, delivering expert vehicle repairs and roadside support across the Bournemouth area and surrounding localities including Poole, Christchurch, Wimborne, Ringwood, Wareham, and Swanage. This role offers the benefit of working locally, starting and ending your day at home, providing quick and dependable mechanical assistance to RAC members.

Key Responsibilities

As a key member of the Patrol division, you will perform on-site diagnostic services, carry out mechanical repairs such as battery replacements, tyre changes, and fault finding, ensuring members regain mobility promptly. You will represent RAC professionally, offering outstanding customer service under varying roadside conditions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Possess either an NVQ Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent) complemented by at least 2 years of relevant experience, or hold a minimum of 5 years’ vehicle technician/mechanic experience.
• Hold a valid UK driving license with fewer than 6 penalty points.

What RAC Provides

• A fully equipped RAC van, fuel card, uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Competitive annual salary of £42,921.87 inclusive of night allowance, with on-target earnings between £43,000 and £53,000; top performers can achieve up to £60,000 through bonuses and overtime.
• Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover from day one.
• Opportunity to join the colleague share scheme to benefit from company growth.
• Access to a car salary sacrifice scheme, including electric vehicle options after 12 months.
• Generous paid leave: 23 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days with service length.
• Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life insurance up to four times salary (extendable to ten times with benefits).
• Confidential 24/7 wellbeing support for employees and their families.
• Exclusive savings on tools, technology, holidays, and other discounts via the Orange Savings portal.

Desired Attributes

We seek professionals who are not only skilled mechanics but also effective problem solvers and customer-focused representatives of RAC. The role demands adaptability to handle diverse vehicle issues swiftly, coupled with composure amidst roadside challenges. Decision-making skills and the ability to work autonomously while maintaining high service standards are essential.

About RAC

With over 125 years of trusted service, RAC blends longstanding heritage with modern innovation to support over 15 million members. The company values inclusivity, employee development, and fosters a supportive work environment with excellent employee feedback ratings.