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Superflex Roadside Patrol - Darlington
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Superflex Roadside Patrol - Darlington
SuperFlex Roadside Mechanic – Darlington Cluster
About the Role
Flexibility deserves recognition—and the RAC delivers. As a Superflex Patrol Roadside Mechanic, you’ll provide the adaptability our service relies on.
Key Aspects
- Competitive salary: £50,669 basic, with opportunity to earn up to £57,000
- Weekly variety: Average 40 hours per week with roster provided 7 days in advance; core hours confirmed 3 days prior
- Flexible shifts: Between 06:00–02:00, covering early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
Where You’ll Work
You’ll serve the Darlington Cluster, covering:
- Darlington
- Bishop Auckland
- Newton Aycliffe
- Crook
- Spennymoor
- Shildon
- Barnard Castle
Work is organised locally—you start/finish at home and maintain members via roadside assistance in your local area.
Requirements
To succeed, you’ll need:
- An A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent) with proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
- A customer-focused approach
- A full UK driving licence
- Flexibility to work at short notice, including overnight stays
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Ideal for those who thrive in dynamic environments, stand by members when needed, and enjoy variety.
Why Join Us?
We equip you from day one with: ✔ Dedicated RAC van ✔ Fuel card ✔ Full uniform & essential tools ✔ Diagnostic kit
Benefits (That Go the Extra Mile)
- Strong paybase: £50,669, with bonuses + overtime reaching £57,000
- Colleague share scheme: Free to join, helping you benefit from our growth
- Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover from day one
- Car salary sacrifice (including electric vehicle options after 12 months)
- Holidays: 23 days + bank holidays (rising to 25 with tenure)
- Pension & life cover: Up to 6.5% matched contributions to pension; life cover up to 4x salary (10x with flex benefits)
- Wellbeing support: 24/7 confidential helpline for you and your family
- Exclusive discounts: Tools, tech, holidays, and more via Orange Savings portal
ideal Candidate
You’re more than a qualified mechanic—you’re a problem solver, a people person, and a calm under pressure. You’re the RAC’s trusted hand when members need help. Look out for:
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- Adaptability: No two jobs are the same. One moment fault diagnostics; the next, a flat battery or a blown tyre.
- Precision: You manage your own equipment, maintain vehicle readiness, and meet call-out targets.
- Judgement: You decide the best fixes, support members, and keep traffic flowing.
- Ambassador skills: Help the RAC set the standard in roadside service.
Each call-out is a chance to showcase the RAC difference.
Why RAC?
For over 128 years, the RAC has defined trusted roadside assistance. Today, we proudly serve 15 million members—backed by a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating for culture that rewards support, ambition, and opportunity.
Here, your full self is welcome:
- A values-led culture listens and grows with you
- Diversity and inclusion inspire innovative solutions
- Your career with us is reinforced by training and development.
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