Mobile Vehicle Mechanic – Manchester

Automobile Association; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Uniform & boots provided

Tools provided

Breakdown cover from day one

23 days holiday

Pension 7% contribution

EAP & 24/7 remote GP

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

The AA is seeking a Mobile Mechanic to deliver first-class service and repair work at customers’ homes or workplaces. You’ll attend booked appointments and breakdowns, performing inspections, diagnostics, servicing, brake replacements and on-the-spot repairs.

Full training and support are provided to help you succeed in a varied, independent role. As a friendly face and trusted expert for our members, you will take ownership of your local area, building relationships and creating opportunities

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in a workshop or mobile mechanic environment.
• Full UK Category B driving licence (maximum 6 points).
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Explain diagnostics and repairs clearly to customers.
• Work independently across multiple locations and environments.
• Diagnose and repair a wide range of vehicle issues at appointments and roadside locations.

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

UK driving licence (Cat B)

Job description

Enjoy a great work-life balance with a 40-hour working week, worked over a 5-day rota between Monday and Saturday. Shifts are scheduled between 8am and 8pm, with optional overtime available at the end of your shift or on your rest days.

Our commitment to you

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

Additional benefits

• Start and finish on your driveway, paid from the moment you get in your van to the moment you get home
• Fully equipped company van, uniform, boots and industry-leading tools provided
• 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
• Industry-leading training and development
• Clear career progression opportunities

This is the job

As a Mobile Mechanic, you'll be the friendly face delivering first-class service and repair work at our customers' homes or workplaces.

You'll attend a mix of booked appointments and breakdowns, carrying out inspections, diagnostics, servicing, brake replacement and on-the-spot repairs, helping to keep our customers moving safely and confidently.

With full training and ongoing support, you'll have everything you need to succeed in a varied, independent and rewarding role.

What will I be doing?

• Clearly explain diagnostics and repairs so customers feel confident and informed
• Work independently across multiple locations and environments
• Diagnose and repair a wide range of vehicle issues at customer appointments and roadside locations

Customer champion

• Represent the AA as a trusted expert and reassuring presence for our members

Business builder

• Take ownership of your local area, building relationships and creating opportunities to grow demand

What do I need?

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience in a workshop or mobile mechanic environment
• Full UK Category B driving licence (maximum 6 points)
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends

Additional information

We're committed to helping our people grow, with structured career pathways that support your development and progression within the AA.

We're also proud to be an inclusive employer, creating a workplace where everyone can thrive and bring their whole self to work.

* Guaranteed year 1 earnings include applicable location allowance and a £2000 sign-on bonus in eligible locations. Incentive and overtime earnings are dependent on performance and hours worked.