Mobile Mechanic

The Automobile Association; Highweek; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed earnings £36,307–£38,270

Five-day working week

Free breakdown cover from day one

23 days’ holiday increasing with years

Up to 7% pension contribution

Free physio and 24/7 virtual GP

Job summary

The Automobile Association is hiring an AA Mobile Mechanic to service, diagnose and repair vehicles at customers’ homes or workplaces. You will work with the tools, technology and support of a national motoring organisation, on a 40-hour five-day rota with some Saturdays.

Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair is required, plus strong servicing and diagnostic experience. A full UK driving licence with up to six points is essential, and you’ll deliver top-quality work and

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair required or accepted equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than six points.
• Experience as a mechanic in a workshop, dealership or mobile environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle servicing and repairs at customers' homes or workplaces.
• Diagnose faults where appropriate.
• Use technical knowledge to identify problems and find solutions.
• Explain repairs and technical information clearly to customers.
• Manage your day and scheduled jobs independently.
• Deliver high-quality workmanship and customer service.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance experience

Driving licence (UK, 6 points max)

Weekend rota flexibility

Customer-focused approach

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Bring your mechanic skills directly to customers and build your career with the AA. As an AA Mobile Mechanic, you'll carry out servicing, diagnostics and repairs at customers' homes or workplaces, with the tools, technology and support you need to do a great job.

Your earnings

• Level 2 Mobile Mechanic: £36,307 guaranteed earnings
• Level 3 Mobile Mechanic: £38,270 guaranteed earnings

We want to make the pay simple and clear from the start. Pay within the advertised range will depend on qualification level and experience.

And your working day starts and finishes on your driveway. That means you're paid from the moment you get into your AA van until you arrive back home at the end of your shift.

You'll work 40 hours over five days, with shifts between 8am and 8pm, Monday to Saturday. You'll typically work 1 in 2 Saturdays. You get the independence of a mobile role, while still having the backing, tools and support of one of the UK's best-known motoring organisations.

What you'll be doing

• carry out vehicle servicing and repairs at customers' homes or workplaces
• diagnose faults where appropriate
• use your technical knowledge to identify problems and find the right solution
• explain repairs and technical information clearly to customers
• manage your day and scheduled jobs independently
• deliver the high standard of workmanship and customer service people expect from the AA

you’ll have the tools, technology and support you need to do your best work wherever the job takes you.

What you’ll need

For the Level 2 role, you’ll need an NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or an accepted equivalent, alongside strong vehicle servicing and repair experience. For the Level 3 role, you’ll need an NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or an accepted equivalent, alongside strong diagnostics, servicing and repair experience. For all candidates

• relevant experience working as a mechanic in a workshop, dealership or mobile environment
• a full UK Category B driving licence with no more than six points
• flexibility to work the advertised rota, including Saturdays
• a professional, customer-focused approach

Most importantly, you'll take pride in doing a great job and giving customers confidence that their vehicle is in safe hands.

Benefits

• guaranteed earnings of £36,307 to £38,270
• a five-day working week
• paid travel from your own driveway and back again
• the independence of working out on the road
• the backing, tools and technology to help you deliver high-quality work
• the opportunity to build your career with one of the UK's most recognised motoring brands
• free breakdown cover from day one
• 23 days' holiday, increasing with service
• up to 7% company pension contribution
• free physio and 24/7 virtual GP support
• Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 remote GP service

Be yourself at the AA

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, creating a workplace where everyone can thrive and bring their whole self to work. Whatever your background, experience or perspective, we want you to feel supported, valued and able to make a difference.