Superflex Roadside Technician

Role Overview

As a Superflex Patrol Roadside Mechanic you’ll provide the adaptability the RAC needs. You’ll work an average of 40 hours per week across the year, with your roster released seven days in advance and core working hours confirmed three days prior.

Shifts run between 06:00 and 02:00 and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. You’ll manage your own kit, keep your van stocked, handle your reports with precision, and read each call‑out situation to decide the best fix. You’ll support members and keep everyone moving on the roadside.

You will be based in the Swindon cluster covering Swindon, Royal Wootton Bassett, Marlborough, Cirencester, and Chippenham (west). Work is organised locally so you can start and finish at home, focusing your day on getting members back on the road in your local area.

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent) with demonstrative technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
• A customer‑focused approach.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to work on relatively short notice and open to travel with overnight stays if necessary.

• Competitive salary: £50,669 basic with opportunity to earn up to £57,000 through bonuses and overtime.
• Share in our success: programme share scheme to benefit from the future growth of the business.
• Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover from day one.
• Car salary sacrifice scheme including electric vehicle options after 12 months.
• Generous holidays: 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service).
• Matched up to 6.5% pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits).
• Wellbeing support: 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family.
• Exclusive discounts via Orange Savings portal.
• RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided.

You’re more than a mechanic – you’re a problem solver, a people person, and a proud ambassador for the RAC. Calm under pressure, quick to connect, and confident in your craft, you embrace flexibility, handling a mix of fault diagnostics, flat tyres, and battery issues. Our Roadside Mechanics are trusted to find the right fix, support members, and keep everyone moving.