12809 Willis Motor Company Skoda South Ruislip - Service Technician Apprenticeship

Inspiro Learning; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive training provider in Greater London is seeking a Service Technician/Mechanic apprentice. This role offers hands-on training using diagnostic equipment and maintenance of vehicle parts, providing a comprehensive skill development experience. Ideal candidates should have GCSE qualifications in English, Maths, and Science. This apprenticeship leads to significant career progression within the automotive sector, fostering future career opportunities with a major automotive group.

Benefits

Industry recognized qualifications

Personal mentorship during apprenticeship

Opportunity for progression within the company

Qualifications

• Demonstrate skills in logic and problem solving.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Commitment to a three year training programme.

Responsibilities

• Use diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults.
• Testing parts and systems to ensure correct working.
• Maintenance of vehicle parts and systems.

Skills

Enthusiasm and willingness to learn

Teamwork

Strong communication

Customer Service

Interest in vehicle engineering

Education

GCSE grades 9 – 4 (A – C) in English, Maths and Science

Scottish National 5 Grades A - C in English, Maths and a Science or Technical subject

Job description

Overview

The Service department is vital to the success of our business. From right first-time fixes, to delivering excellent customer service, our Service Technicians/Mechanics play a pivotal role in delighting our customers and encouraging their continued loyalty.

Responsibilities

Every day is different within the Service department. As a Service Technician/Mechanic apprentice, some of your duties will include:

• Use of diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults.
• Testing of parts and systems to ensure correct working.
• Following checklists to ensure all critical parts of vehicles are examined.
• Carrying out bumper to bumper overview, service, and inspection.
• Maintenance of electronic systems including on board entertainment systems.
• Undertaking repair and maintenance of vehicle parts including clutches, gearboxes, tyres, brakes, and suspension.
• Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centres records.
• Maintenance of a clean and tidy work environment.

You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of products including traditional, hybrid and electronic engines. From heritage vehicles to leading edge modern technology, our range will provide you with a varied technical training experience to build your skills as a Service Technician/Mechanic.

Career Development

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship.

Training Provided

Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre. Our expert trainers will guide you through the training programme using a combination of e-learning, classroom learning and practical application. In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre. This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications. As an apprentice, you will also have the opportunity to attend Outward Bound, a personal development week which supports with developing resilience, confidence, and teamwork skills.

Certification and Qualifications Upon Completion

• Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle)
• Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
• Brand specific certifications
• Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales: Framework
• Level 2, progressing to Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (VRQ)
• Level 2, progressing to Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (VCQ)
• Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
• Brand specific certifications

Future Prospects

Volkswagen Group (VWG) is one of the UK’s largest car retailers encompassing premium brands such as Audi, Bentley, SEAT, ŠKODA, Volkswagen, TPS, Volkswagen Group Paint and Body and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. This network of retailers spans the UK, providing a wide range of career opportunities.

Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey and you will have the opportunity drive your career forward. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network or even joined our team at Head Office in Milton Keynes.

Qualifications required

Minimum entry requirements

• GCSE grades 9 – 4 (A – C) or equivalent in English, Maths and Science.
• In Scotland, applicants must have or be predicted to achieve Scottish National 5 Grades A - C or above in English, Maths and either a Science or Technical subject.

Equivalent grades include

• BTEC first diplomas and certificates
• OCR Nationals
• Key Skills Level 2
• NVQs
• Essential Skills (Wales)
• Functional Skills Level 2
• Core Skills (Scotland)

We accept predicted grades and conditional offers can be made based on predicted grades.

Personal qualities

Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate skills in logic and problem solving. You should be someone that pays attention to detail and is committed to completing this three year training programme.

Desired skills

• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
• Teamwork
• Strong communication
• Customer Service
• Interest in vehicle engineering