Mobile Vehicle Mechanic Plus – Southampton

The AA; Southampton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed earnings

Sign-on bonus

Breakdown cover from day one

Pension

Job summary

The AA is seeking a Mobile Mechanic to service and repair vehicles at customers' homes or workplaces across the region. You will diagnose faults, explain repairs clearly, and manage your schedule independently while delivering high-quality workmanship and customer service on every call.

This role offers a five-day working week, with Saturday shifts on a rotating basis and a guaranteed earnings range plus performance incentives and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair with relevant experience.
• Strong diagnostics, servicing and repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle servicing and repairs at customers' homes or workplaces.
• Diagnose faults where appropriate.
• Explain repairs and technical information clearly to customers.
• Manage your day and scheduled jobs independently.
• Deliver high standard of workmanship and customer service.

Skills

Diagnostics

Mobile servicing

Customer focus

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Job Description

You'll work 49 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
• 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.

Qualifications

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.

Additional Information

Why join the AA?

You'll get:

• guaranteed earnings of £51,782 to £54,419
• up to £2,000 additional performance incentive
• a £2,000 first-year sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility criteria and scheme terms
• 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.

Guaranteed earnings range from £51,782 to £54,419. The range comprises a contractual base salary of £48,089 to £50,689, plus a Mobile Mechanic supplement of £2,534 to £2,571 and a location allowance of £1,159. The £2,000 sign-on bonus is subject to eligibility criteria and scheme terms. The opportunity to earn up to a further £2,000 each year is through the performance incentive scheme and is not guaranteed. Incentive earnings depend on performance and scheme rules.