Mobile Vehicle Mechanic - Leicester & Northampton

The AA; Leicester, Northampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Uniform provided

Tools and equipment

Training and development

23 days holiday

Pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 remote GP service

Breakdown cover from day one

Job summary

The AA is hiring a Mobile Vehicle Mechanic in a mobile/field role covering Leicester and Northampton. You will service, diagnose and repair vehicles at customers' homes or workplaces, using AA tools and support.

You’ll work 40 hours over five days with 8am–8pm shifts, typically one in two Saturdays. The role includes a fully equipped van, uniform, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent required.
• NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent preferred.
• Full UK Category B driving licence with up to six points.
• Experience in mobile, workshop or dealership environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, diagnostics and repairs at customers' homes or workplaces.
• Attend booked appointments and breakdowns in local area.
• Explain diagnostics and repairs clearly to customers.
• Work independently across multiple locations with the AA van and tools.

Job description

Mobile Vehicle Mechanic - Leicester & Northampton

• Full-time
• Location: FIELD WORKER
• Business Unit: Roadside Services

Mobile Mechanic (40 hrs)

Contract: Full time, permanent

£38,307 to £40,270 guaranteed year 1 earnings, inclusive of allowances, with opportunity to earn up to £6,000 in incentives and overtime

Five day working week | Paid from when you get in your van

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

We want to make the pay simple and clear from the start.

Pay within the advertised range will depend on qualification level and experience.

• Level 2 Mobile Mechanic: Guaranteed year 1 earnings of £38,307 inclusive of allowances, with opportunity to earn up to £6,000 in incentives and overtime*
• Level 3 Mobile Mechanic: Guaranteed year 1 earnings of £40,270 inclusive of allowances, with opportunity to earn up to £6,000 in incentives and overtime*

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

This is hands on vehicle servicing and repair, delivered directly to the customer. You’ll:

• carry out vehicle servicing and repairs at customers’ homes or workplaces
• attend booked appointments and breakdowns across your local area
• carry out inspections, diagnostics, servicing, brake replacement and on the spot repairs
• use your technical knowledge to identify problems and find the right solution
• explain diagnostics, repairs and technical information clearly so customers feel confident and informed
• manage your day and scheduled jobs independently across multiple locations and environments
• represent the AA as a trusted expert and reassuring presence for our members
• take ownership of your local area, building relationships and creating opportunities to grow demand
• deliver the high standard of workmanship and customer service people expect from the AA

You’ll have a fully equipped company van, uniform, boots, industry leading tools, training and ongoing support to help you do your best work wherever the job takes you.

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

You’ll also need:

• 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.

Why join the AA?

You’ll get:

• guaranteed year 1 earnings of £38,307 to £40,270, inclusive of allowances
• opportunity to earn up to £6,000 in incentives and overtime
• a five day working week
• paid travel from your own driveway and back again
• a fully equipped company van, uniform, boots and industry leading tools
• the independence of working out on the road
• industry leading training and development
• clear career progression opportunities
• free breakdown cover from day one
• 23 days’ holiday, increasing with service
• up to 7% company pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family

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.

Guaranteed earnings range from £38,307 to £40,270, inclusive of applicable allowances. Pay within the advertised range will depend on qualification level and experience. The opportunity to earn up to £6,000 in incentives and overtime is not guaranteed. Incentive and overtime earnings depend on performance and hours worked.

* Guaranteed year 1 earnings include applicable location allowance and a £2,000 sign-on bonus in eligible locations. Incentive and overtime earnings are dependent on performance and hours worked.