Mechanic

The Aa; Dartford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave + bank holidays

Up to 7% employer pension contribution

Free AA breakdown membership from Day

50% discount for family and friends on

GP access and wellbeing support

Employee discounts including car/salar

Job summary

The AA Autocentre in Dartford is offering a mechanic role with consistent daytime hours (Mon-Fri 8:30am–5:30pm) and alternate Saturdays until 2:00pm. You will service, maintain, diagnose and repair vehicles, with access to state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and support for MOT Licence, ADAS and Hybrid/EV training.

Join a close-knit team at a modern centre, where you’ll help AA members and non-members and enjoy predictable hours with development opportunities and an extensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent.
• Strong servicing, maintenance, repair and diagnostic skills.
• A full Manual Category B driving licence with 6 points or fewer.

Responsibilities

• Complete servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs to keep vehicles safe and roadworthy.
• Investigate faults and identify repair solutions using diagnostic equipment.
• Carry out vehicle health checks and explain findings to customers clearly.
• Create short presentation videos for vehicle health checks to explain key findings to customers.
• Keep customers informed during their visit with clear updates and positive service.
• Develop technical capability through funded MOT Licence, ADAS and Hybrid & EV Level 2/3 training.

Skills

Diagnostics

Repair

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Consistent daytime hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm, plus every other Saturday until 2:00pm.

Work in a state-of-the-art AA Autocentre with industry-leading diagnostic equipment, branded uniform and boots.

Support AA members and non-members across servicing, MOTs, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs, with Roadside Patrols able to tow vehicles directly into the centre.

Build your technical career with funded MOT Licence training, ADAS and Hybrid & EV Level 2/3 training.

Ready for a mechanic role that gives you more predictability outside of work? At our AA Autocentre in Dartford, you’ll work consistent daytime hours, keep your evenings free and finish at 2:00pm every other Saturday.

You’ll support AA members and non-members with servicing, MOTs, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs in a state-of-the-art facility. With Roadside Patrols able to tow vehicles directly into the centre, you’ll see a varied mix of work and have the specialist equipment and team support you need to get vehicles safely back on the road.

If you enjoy solving mechanical problems, communicating clearly with customers and continuing to build your technical skills, this is an opportunity to do hands‑on work in a close‑knit team while developing through funded MOT Licence, ADAS and Hybrid & EV Level 2/3 training.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs to help keep customers’ vehicles safe, reliable and roadworthy.
• Investigate faults and identify effective repair solutions, using technical expertise and specialist diagnostic equipment to get to the root of vehicle issues.
• Carry out vehicle health checks and explain findings clearly, helping customers understand the work their vehicle needs.
• Create short presentation videos for vehicle health checks so customers receive clear, accessible explanations of key findings.
• Keep customers informed throughout their visit, translating technical information into straightforward updates and supporting a positive customer experience.
• Continue developing your technical capability through supported training, including MOT Licence, ADAS and Hybrid & EV Level 2/3 development.

What Do I Need?

You’ll Bring

• NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, an equivalent qualification, or significant hands-on experience working within the motor trade.
• Strong servicing, maintenance, repair and diagnostic skills.
• A practical, problem‑solving approach to identifying faults and completing effective repairs.
• A customer‑focused approach and confidence explaining technical information clearly.
• A full Manual Category B driving licence with 6 points or fewer.

Nice to Have

• An MOT Licence; if you don’t already hold one, funded training is available.

Additional Information

Belonging at The AA

At The AA, we value the unique perspectives, experiences and ideas that our people bring. We've nurtured a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to do their best work. Through our employee communities and inclusion initiatives, we’ve created opportunities for people to connect, share experiences and influence positive change across the business. This is a place where your voice matters and where you can belong, grow and succeed.

Driven by People, Rewarded by Benefits

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, the option to buy additional holiday
• Up to 7% employer pension contribution
• Free AA breakdown membership from Day One with 50% discount for family and friends, discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
• 24/7 GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family
• A wide range of employee discounts, including our popular car salary sacrifice scheme