Company Description/ Business Unit
Mobile Vehicle Mechanic
Location: AN13 South Essex
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
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
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.
What will I 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.
What do I need?
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 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
- 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.
Apply today and take your skills on the road with the AA.
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 £2,534 to £2,571 and a location allowance of £1,159. 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.
