Service Technician Apprenticeship

Inspiro Learning; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A learning and development provider is seeking a Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician apprentice. This role involves using diagnostic equipment, conducting vehicle maintenance, and working with various engine types. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science, and possess problem-solving skills. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in the automotive field. The closing date for applications is December 12th.

Qualifications

• GCSE grades in English, Maths, and Science are essential.
• Predicted grades accepted for applicants.
• Ability to work with various vehicle types including hybrid and electronic.

Responsibilities

• Use diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults.
• Conduct maintenance and repair of vehicle parts.
• Complete accurate paperwork for customer records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Logic and problem solving

Education

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

Scottish National 5 Grades A - C

Job description

Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Light Vehicle Standard (Level 3)

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.

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.

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 who pays attention to detail and is committed to completing this three year training programme.

Things to consider

As part of our commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, all applications are automatically anonymised by our recruitment system. This is with the aim of realising our ambition to have a workforce that is reflective of the community we serve and eliminating unconscious bias, allowing employees to be appointed based on their talent, skills, and experiences regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.

English and Maths guidance from the government changed on 11th February 2025. This employer wishes to support upskilling in both English and Maths by exception and as such the entry grade criteria as advertised still applies.

The closing date for this vacancy is 12th December and interviews are expected to be held week commencing 17th December. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. We therefore advise candidates to submit their applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Please do not contact the retailer directly. Inspiro Learning carry out the full recruitment service for this employer. Due to the high number of applications, we cannot provide a timescale on when you are likely to receive a response. As most of our roles are recruited for on an ongoing basis, we will contact you if you are successful at progressing to the next step. It is not possible for us to contact every applicant individually. If you have not heard back on a specific vacancy but find another opportunity that is of interest to you, we welcome an additional application.