Apprentice Light Vehicle Technician

John Lewis & Partners; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Vehicle Technician Apprentice to join their team in London. This exciting role offers the chance to learn alongside qualified technicians, gaining hands-on experience in vehicle maintenance and repair. You'll enjoy a structured apprenticeship with training blocks at a specialist academy, leading to a Level 3 qualification. With a focus on work-life balance and a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for those passionate about the automotive industry. Join a company that values its partners and offers great benefits, including discounts and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Partnership discount in store and online

Discounted cinema tickets

Discounted rates on holidays

Excellent work-life balance

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Passion for vehicles and maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Complete services, inspections, and repairs on heavy vehicles.
• Solve complex faults using diagnostic methods.

Skills

English and Maths GCSE Grade C or Level 4

Interest in commercial vehicle/vehicle industry

Education

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician - Light Vehicles

Job description

About the role

Do you have a passion for vehicles and want to understand how to maintain them? We have an exciting opportunity to become a Vehicle Technician Apprentice in John Lewis Partnership. Our Light Commercial Vehicle Technicians are essential to our logistics network. Without them, our shelves would be empty and our customers disappointed. Our Vehicle Technicians are encouraged to manage their own time while proactively ensuring our Commercial Fleet is maintained.

You'll gain the qualifications needed for the role and have the opportunity to secure a permanent Light Vehicle Technician position with us at the end of your apprenticeship.

At a glance

This role is based at our vehicle workshop in Origin Park.

This is a permanent position with a starting pay rate of £12.45 per hour. During the first year, you'll work Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm. From year 2 onwards, you will work flexibly across all shifts to gain broader experience.

We are recruiting candidates to start in August 2025.

About the role

As an Apprentice Light Vehicle Technician, you will work in our Workshops alongside qualified Technicians, learning to perform services, inspections, and repairs on heavy vehicles. You will undertake tasks ranging from replacing simple parts to diagnosing complex faults using diagnostic tools. You will work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and a good understanding of vehicle systems.

For more information, see the attached job outline.

Apprenticeship Training

Training is delivered both on-site and at S&B's Automotive Academy in Bristol through 7-week training blocks. Apprentices will travel and stay in hotel accommodation during training, with costs covered by the Partnership.

You will have a workplace and college mentor to support you, with progress monitored via an electronic logbook accessible anytime.

End of year Gateway Assessments are part of the progression, leading to the End Point Assessment. The apprenticeship lasts approximately 3 years, culminating in a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician - Light Vehicles.

Essential skills needed

• English and Maths GCSE Grade C or Level 4

• Interest in the commercial vehicle/vehicle industry

Benefits

• After 3 months, Partnership discounts: 25% in John Lewis & Partners, 20% in Waitrose & Partners, including the option to share discounts with someone you live with.

• Discounted cinema tickets and VIP experiences at the O2 arena.

• Discounted stays at John Lewis Partnership hotels.

• Good work-life balance, flexible working, and parental leave policies.

More benefits available at: https://www.jlpjobs.com/about/benefits/

About The Partnership

We are the UK's largest employee-owned business, home to John Lewis and Waitrose. We are committed to building a happier world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

We focus on retail excellence, innovation, and diversification, upholding our values of price, quality, and service. As Partners, we share ownership and responsibility, contributing to our success and treating everyone with kindness and respect.

We encourage embracing differences and creating a workplace where everyone can be themselves and grow both personally and collectively.

As Partners, we make a difference. And, we all own it.

Important points to note:

Some roles require pre-employment vetting, including DBS checks. You will be informed if this applies to you. Complete any required documents promptly to avoid delays. DBS checks are conducted by a registered third-party body, and additional checks may be necessary for some roles.

Apply early, as vacancies may close quickly due to high interest.

We support flexible working arrangements, including flexible or compressed hours, job sharing, or shorter contracts. Discuss this with the hiring manager during your interview.