Mobile Mechanic Apprentice - Breakdown & Recovery

The RAC · Cambridge

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Engineering and maintenanceApprenticeshipOn-siteFull-TimeApprenticeship

The RAC is one of the UK’s most recognised motoring organisations, supporting millions of drivers across the country. With a proud history dating back to 1897, the RAC provides breakdown assistance, vehicle maintenance and a range of motoring services. You’ll join a trusted organisation with a strong focus on customer service, training and career development.

You will be working 6-10 hour shifts, between 6.00am and midnight. 40 hours a week2 years 3 monthsCustomer care skills, FULL UK MANUAL LICENCE

Requirements

Essential qualifications

DRIVING LICENSE in:

FULL UK MANUAL LICENSE (grade UK MANUAL LICENSE)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Customer care skills
  • FULL UK MANUAL LICENCE

Other requirements

Applicants must be aged 18 or over (Due to working times) and hold a full UK manual driving licence with no points. You should be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, travelling to different locations and working a varied shift pattern, including evenings and weekends.

Customer care skills, FULL UK MANUAL LICENCE

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is the opportunity to progress into a permanent role with the RAC as a qualified Roadside Patrol Technician, with further opportunities to develop your skills and build a long-term career within the RAC.

The essentials

Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.

Posted 06 Oct 2026
Apply by 01 Nov 2026

Where you'd be based

CB1 3PY

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