Roadside Technician – Newcastle

Company: RAC
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Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Job Description:

About the Role

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician. As a Roadside Technician with a Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification (or equivalent) and at least 2 years’ experience, you’ll work in the Newcastle cluster, covering areas such as Newcastle upon Tyne, Gateshead, North Shields, South Shields, Wallsend, Whitley Bay, Tynemouth, Cramlington, and Morpeth.

You’ll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Start and finish on your driveway. Demand‑led shifts average 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

Where you’ll work

  • Newcastle upon Tyne
  • Gateshead
  • North Shields
  • South Shields
  • Wallsend
  • Whitley Bay
  • Tynemouth
  • Cramlington
  • Morpeth

Benefits

  • Strong base pay – £36,400 with a realistic on‑target earnings (OTE) of £61,000
  • Share in our success – Join our colleague share scheme at no cost
  • Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From day one
  • Car salary sacrifice scheme – Includes electric vehicle options after 12 months
  • 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 helpline for you and your family
  • Exclusive discounts – Save on tools, tech, holidays, and more through our Orange Savings portal

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Posted: July 6th, 2026