RAC
Roadside and Mobile Technician Open Day - Bristol - 5 September 2026
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RAC Technician & Mobile Mechanic Recruitment Open Day
One RAC. Two career paths. One opportunity to find your fit.
If you’re a skilled vehicle technician/mechanic and thinking about your next move, join us at our upcoming invite-only RAC Recruitment Open Day and discover what a career with the UK’s most trusted motoring brand could look like for you.
Whether you prefer fast-paced, reactive roadside work or planned, in-depth repair and servicing, there’s a technician role at RAC designed to suit different skills, strengths and working styles.
Event Details
- Location: Bradley Stoke, Bristol
- Date: Saturday 5th September
- Time: pre-booked slots only from 9am - 5pm
This is an invite-only event with limited spaces, so booking in advance with our recruitment team is essential.
All attendees will receive FREE 1yr Breakdown Cover
What This Open Day Is All About
This isn’t a traditional assessment centre or a drawn-out recruitment process.
It’s a chance for you to:
- Meet the technicians, team managers and leaders behind the iconic orange vans - not just Recruitment
- Learn about the RAC as one organisation and understand the difference between Patrol and SMR
- Ask honest questions about the work, lifestyle and expectations
- Fast-track through the recruitment process - all in a couple of hours
This open day gives you the opportunity to move through the early stages of recruitment more quickly than the traditional route. You’ll get real insight from the people doing the job day-in, day-out, so you can get an authentic feel for which type of role suits you best.
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Here's what some of our previous attendees have said about the day:
- “It was a great experience overall. The team were very welcoming, professional and informative.”
- “Everything was excellent - really enjoyed the day.”
- “Meeting with the teams at the RAC face to face was really valuable.”
- “Seeing and speaking one-to-one about the different roles was really useful.”
Two Technical Careers. One RAC.
Every RAC technician plays a vital role in keeping people moving.
What differs is how you do that, and this open day helps you explore both paths.
Roadside Patrol Technician
You’re there when people need help the most.
- Diagnosing and repairing vehicles at the roadside
- Working independently in a fast-paced, reactive environment
- Every day is different - from batteries and tyres to complex fault-finding
- You start and finish your day from home, in a fully equipped RAC van
Mobile Vehicle Technician (SMR)
You focus on planned, high-quality repair and servicing.
- Pre-booked appointments at members’ homes or workplaces
- Structured schedules with time to do the job properly
- No emergency call-outs or roadside recovery
- In-depth servicing, diagnostics and repairs you’d usually see in a workshop
Both Patrol and SMR roles are technical positions, so you’ll need:
- A Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)
- A full UK driving licence
- A customer-focused approach and confidence working independently
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Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
You don’t need to choose before attending - we’ll help you work out which role fits your experience, preferences and strengths.
Why Technicians Choose RAC
Across both Patrol and SMR, you’ll benefit from:
- Colleague Share Scheme - become a co-owner in RAC’s future
- 23 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 with service)
- Group Personal Pension - up to 6.5% employer contribution
- Life Assurance - 2x salary (4x for pension members, flex up to 10x)
- Family leave support & 24/7 wellbeing service
- Free RAC Ultimate Breakdown Cover from day one
- Orange Savings - discounts on 1000s of retailers, holidays, tech & more
Interested in coming along?
With start dates available throughout May, June, July and beyond, this is the perfect time to explore RAC. You could be stepping into your new career sooner than you think.
Register your interest today (it takes just 5 minutes on mobile or desktop - no CV required) and our recruitment team will be in touch to confirm your place and time slot.
Why RAC?
We’re the UK’s leading motoring services provider, powered by 4,000+ dedicated colleagues. Our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do - helping members stay on the road and delivering exceptional service every day.
We’re proud to foster a culture that’s inclusive, collaborative, and representative of the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
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