Apprentice Technician

Vertu Motors plc; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday - rising with length

Bank holidays

Online rewards platform with cash back

Preferential Service Rates

Colleague Purchase Scheme

Share Incentive Scheme

Pension

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity

Job summary

Vertu Kia Barnsley is seeking an Apprentice Light Vehicle Technician to join a busy Passenger Car workshop. You will gain hands-on experience in maintenance, repair and inspections while working with modern vehicles and branded service standards.

The apprenticeship leads to a Manufacturer-accredited Level 3 qualification in Automotive Repair, with blocks of training at a manufacturer center, including overnight stays and progression opportunities in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above is required.
• GCSEs in Maths/English with an additional subject are accepted.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repair work on vehicles.
• Perform visual inspections and complete relevant documentation.
• Work with system technicians on diagnostic tasks.

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)

GCSE (Maths/English) and one other subject

Job description

Vertu Kia Barnsley

We are looking to recruitan Apprentice Light Vehicle Technicianto join our busy team. This is an excellent opportunity for an outgoing, enthusiastic person to join the team. What we are looking for is somebodywith a passion for cars.

The successful applicant will get the amazing opportunity to develop their own skills in all aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair work, whilst working on some fantastic cars!

You will be working in a Passenger Car workshop within a busy team environment, constantly representing the brand and its values by exceeding our customers expectations and delivering an unparalleled level of service and quality.

What is the role of an Apprentice Light Vehicle Technician?

You will be carrying out maintenance and repair work, visual inspections to customer vehicles. This will include completion of relevant documentation and working with System Technicians on more complex and extensive diagnostic and repair tasks.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team. You must have a passion and interest in the motor industry, be a team player, have meticulous attention to detail and a dedicated and motivated mentality.

What Qualifications do you need?

• You must have a GCSE or equivalent in Maths/English and one other (Grade 4/C or above)

What training will you receive?

• All of our apprentices undertake a Manufacturer accredited qualification up to a Level 3 in Automotive Repair.
• Our training is held at the relevant Manufacturer training center and will involve blocks of 1 weeks attendance per module. This will involve overnight stays.

By applying for this role, you agree to us sharing your personal information withe the Manufacturing Partner who will undertake your apprenticeship.

We are proud to be the Motor Retailer who invests more in our colleague's personal development than any other, so if you are successful, you can look forward to on-going training opportunities that provide you with the right career path, career progression and a range of benefits you would expect from an employer of choice which includes:

• 25 days holiday rising with length of service - plus bank holidays
• Access to our online rewards platform giving you cash back and discounts for multiple retailers
• Preferential Service Rates
• Colleague Purchase Scheme
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Pension
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity