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Trainee Vehicle Mechanic - Gloucester
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AA Trainee Vehicle Mechanic Development Programme
Location: Field Based – Gloucester
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Salary: £30,230 (based on a 40-hour working week) On Target Earnings (OTE): Top performers can earn upwards of £44,000
Start Date: 24<sup>th</sup> of August 2026
Start your journey today—join the AA.
Join our AA Trainee Vehicle Mechanic development programme, where we’ll refine your expertise with ongoing support and training. If you’ve got the drive to succeed, we want to hear from you.
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The AAccelerated Development Programme
The programme for AA-aspired Trainee Vehicle Mechanics who are ready to turbocharge their careers and become fully competent AA patrols
This innovative programme is the perfect launchpad for fresh talent—fine-tune your skills, rev up your knowledge, and race ahead in your career.
Take our unique approach to customer service: ✔ You’ll ask the right questions and explain fixes effortlessly ✔ You’ll understand how your customers feel, not just what they want ✔ You’ll always be there for them, anytime and anywhere—no matter the weather
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Programme Overview
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Duration: A 18-month immersive journey where you’ll:
- Dive into the latest automotive technologies (including EV certification)
- Complete workshops led by in-house training experts
- Gain hands-on motor mechanics skills
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Mentorship: A senior patrol expert guides your development with 1:1 support
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Real-World Experience: Fossil fuel and diesel vehicles across on-road repair and breakdowns
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Certification: Gain IMI qualifications, EV certification, and technical learning
Working Flexibility & Location
- Work starts & ends on your driveway—earn from a paid start to finish in our vans
- Choose your own standby hours to match your lifestyle
- Sign-on locations available for discussion
We provide everything you need—your van, full uniform, boots, and the best equipment on the market.
What You’ll Bring
You’ll need:
- Experience in vehicle maintenance, repair, or customer service
- Full Category B (car) driving licence—maximum of 6 points (or less)
- We’ll fully fund BE licence training if needed!
- Willingness to work flexible shifts (weekends, evenings, even bank holidays)
Flexible options cater to current practitioners, including: 🔧 MOT Tester 🔧 Fast Fit Mechanic 🔧 Panel Beater 🔧 Roadside Technician (tyres, key assist, etc.) 🔧 2nd-year Level 2 apprentice (auto) 🔧 Marine/Agricultural Mechanics 🔧 HGV drivers 🔧 Ex-military personnel
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Benefits & Perks
Join us, and you’ll receive:
✅ 23 days annual leave + bank holidays + holiday-buy scheme ✅ Pension (up to 7% employer contribution) ✅ Free AA breakdown cover from Day 1 (50% discount for family/friends) ✅ Direct discounts on car/home insurance & AA product range ✅ Employee salary sacrifice scheme + member discounts (shopping, health, holidays, etc.) ✅ Fully funded life assurance ✅ Bespoke training to suit your career and build confidence ✅ 24/7 remote GP & Employee Assistance Programme for you & your family
Why The AA?
We’re an equal opportunities employer—diverse voices and backgrounds make our team stronger. We have five employee networks to enhance culture, drive change, and deliver inclusive support.
As part of the process, we conduct pre-employment checks—including credits, references, and criminal records.
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