Mobile Vehicle Mechanic – Swindon

The AA; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed earnings £40,000–£42,000

£2,000 sign-on bonus

Five-day working week

Paid travel from driveway to customer

Free breakdown cover from day one

23 days’ holiday + pension

Supportive AA branding

Job summary

The AA is seeking an experienced Mobile Vehicle Mechanic in Swindon to service and repair vehicles at customers' homes or workplaces. You will diagnose faults, perform servicing, and provide clear explanations of repairs, while managing your schedule with independence and the backing of a nationwide organisation.

You’ll work 40 hours over five days, with shifts between 8am and 8pm, and potential eligibility for a £2,000 first-year sign-on bonus and up to £2,000 annual performance incentive.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience working as a mechanic in mobile or workshop environments.
• Full manual UK Category B driving licence with no more than six points.
• Flexibility to work the advertised rota, including Saturdays.
• Professional, customer-focused approach.

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 standards of workmanship and customer service.

Skills

Vehicle servicing

Diagnostics

Customer service

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Company Description

Mobile Vehicle Mechanic

Location: AN34 Swindon

Contract: Full-time, permanent

£40,000 to £42,000 guaranteed earnings, plus up to £2,000 performance bonus

Five-day working week | Paid from when you get in your van | £2,000 first-year sign-on bonus

Bring your mechanic skills directly to customers and build your career with the AA.

As an AA Mobile Vehicle 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: £40,000 guaranteed earnings
• Level 3 Mobile Mechanic: £42,000 guaranteed earnings
• Plus: the opportunity to earn up to a further £2,000 each year through our performance incentive scheme
• Additional: first-year bonus of £2,000

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.

Your working week

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.

Job Description

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

• relevant experience working as a mechanic in a workshop, dealership or mobile environment
• a full manual 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 £40,000 to £42,000
• 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.

Ready to make your next move?

If you’re an experienced mechanic who wants strong guaranteed earnings, independence and the backing of the AA, we’d like to hear from you.

Guaranteed earnings range from £40,000 to £42,000. The range comprises a contractual base salary of £36,307 to £38,270, plus a Mobile Mechanic supplement of £3,693 to £3,730 and a location allowance of £0. 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.