Vehicle Mechanic

The AA; Southampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious roadside assistance company in Southampton is looking for a Roadside Rescue Mechanic. The role involves providing friendly help to customers in various conditions, with flexible standby hours that suit your lifestyle. Qualified candidates will have NVQ3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, a full driving license, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. This position offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Free breakdown cover from day one

23 days holidays plus bank holidays

Up to 7% company pension contribution

Industry leading training

Employee assistance programme and remote GP service

Qualifications

• NVQ3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent experience.
• Full category B driving licence with 6 points or less.
• Ability to work shifts including evenings and weekends.
• Skilled at communicating and reassuring customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide roadside assistance to customers in varying conditions.
• Choose standby hours that fit your lifestyle.
• Use provided equipment and maintain standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Education

NVQ3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent

Job description

Roadside Rescue Mechanic

£54,000 OTE

Ready to be Always Ahead? So are we.

As one of our Roadside Rescue Mechanics you’ll be there for our customers, come rain or shine. Always ready to provide friendly help and reassurance, you’ll be more than a brilliant mechanic – you’ll be a genuine people person and ready to make a positive impact with everyone you meet.

What you’ll be doing:

• Your working day : You’re paid from the minute you get in your van to the moment you get home
• Work / Life balance : Choose the standby hours to suit your lifestyle
• Equipment : You bring your skills and expertise and we provide the rest, from a van and the very best tools to your uniform and boots
• Your team : You’ll join a tight-knit, supportive team and enjoy great development and training opportunities
• Our company : The AA is loved and recognised by all our customers

What you’ll need

• NVQ3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent qualifications with appropriate experience
• A full category B driving licence, with 6 points or less.
• You should be happy to work shifts, which could include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays
• You’ll be ready to work both independently and as part of a team, driving to different locations in all weathers
• A superb communicator, you’ll be skilled at explaining things to our customers so they’re reassured and know what’s going on

What’s in it for me?

• Free breakdown cover from day one
• 23 days holidays (increases with service) plus bank holidays
• Up to 7% company pension contribution
• Industry leading training
• Dedicated employee assistance programme and a 24 / 7 remote GP service for you and your family
• A welcoming, inclusive culture that will help you thrive

When you're with The AA, you're Always Ahead!

Interested? Apply today.