The AA
Roadside Rescue Patrol - Bedfordshire
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Roadside Rescue Mechanic | The AA
Shift gears with us and make a real difference as a part of the UK’s largest motoring organisation.
Our Commitment to You
- Guaranteed year 1 earnings of £43,976 (inclusive of allowances), with OTE up to £60,000 for top performers
- Shift patterns: Work on average 40-hour weeks with options to tailor your schedule around your personal and professional life
- Flexible rest days and shift lengths based on your selected pattern
- Varied shifts including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays
About the Role
This isn’t just another job—it’s a mission. As our Roadside Rescue Mechanic, you’ll be the friendly face and superhero for drivers in need across the UK. Whether it’s a minor glitch or a major breakdown, you’ll return people to the road with professionalism, confidence, and compassion.
Earn while outsourcing – Get paid from leaving your driveway to returning. You’ll work across diverse locations and conditions, staying both independent problem-solver and valued team player.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Guaranteed payments: Start and end your day on your drive—paid from when you jump in the van to when you return home.
- Versatile problem-solving: Apply your technical expertise under varying conditions to deliver swift, effective solutions.
- Customer first: Use your clear communication and calm approach to turn frustrating situations into positive experiences.
- Everyday heroics: Respond with confidence and resolve to bring drivers safely back on the road—day and night, rain or shine.
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What Do You Need?
To excel in this role, we look for:
- A Level 3 NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent qualifications with relevant experience
- A full Category B driver’s licence with 6 points or fewer on your license
- Flexibility and adaptability: Commitment to shift work including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays (breakdowns never follow a 9 to 5 schedule)
- Curiosity: Readiness to embrace new technology and tools we provide
Benefits
Joining The AA puts a wide range of perks within your reach:
- Flexible standby hours: Prioritise your personal and professional life by customising your standby preferences annually
- 23 days annual leave (with additional holiday days the longer you stay) + option to buy extra holiday
- Worksave pension: Enjoy up to 7% employer contribution
- Instant member benefits: Free AA breakdown membership for life + 50% discounts for family and friends
- Discounts on AA products: Save on car and home insurance plus broader range of offerings
- Exclusive Membership Scheme: Encompasses salary sacrifice car schemes, discounted healthcare, shopping, holidays, and more
- Life assurance: Company-funded policy for security of mind
- Continual growth: Engage with diverse learning and development opportunities to advance your career
- Support systems: Access to a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family, plus Employee Assistance Programme
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About Us
We are proud to be an inclusive organisation, embracing people of all backgrounds. At The AA, you’re encouraged to be yourself, thrive in your role, and feel valued.
Ready to Apply?
- Fill out our short online application
- Experience an online interview if selected
- Complete standard pre-employment checks:
- References
- Credit and criminal record screening
Guaranteed Year 1 Earnings: Includes location-based allowances + £2,000 sign-on bonus (in eligible locations). OTE: Reflects standby hours, performance incentives, and overtime pay—dependent on your performance and hours worked.
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