Having been working as an unlicensed mechanic until recently I have to say that now I've managed to get my licence I am quite contented with my level of pay as a LAME. My company paid me exactly what it said it would pay me, when it said it would pay me as per my contract. They don't pay overtime though, not as if i would want to do it if they did.
As a side Question; does your company pay its unlicensed and licensed guys different rates for working shifts or unsociable hours.