Apprentice Vehicle Technician Level 3 - Nissan

Vertu Motors; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Sheffield is offering a Motor Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship that includes essential responsibilities in a workshop environment. The apprenticeship provides training at the Alliance Training Centre, covering all associated costs, leading to a Level 3 qualification. Compensation starts at £15,704 with the potential for increases based on age and experience. Beginners are encouraged to apply by December 15, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop.
• Demonstrate due regard for own safety and minimise risk of injury.
• Carry out fundamental tasks associated with removal and replacement procedures on a vehicle.
• Obtain diagnostic and repair information.
• Interpret diagnostic information.
• Use a range of diagnostic equipment.
• Test the function of repaired components.
• Adhere to business processes and complete documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Creativity

Initiative

Physical fitness

Education

Minimum grade 4 in maths and English at GCSE level or equivalent

Job description

Join us for an exciting venture alongside Nissan and Robert Bosch Ltd as we present you with the chance to initiate your career through a Nissan apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop. Segregate waste for disposal or recycling. Comply with industry environmental legislation.
• Demonstrate due regard for own safety and that of others in the workshop and minimise risk of injury and vehicle damage.
• Carry out fundamental tasks associated with removal and replacement procedures on a vehicle.
• Obtain diagnostic and repair information.
• Interpret diagnostic information and use electrical wiring diagrams to determine system serviceability.
• Use a range of diagnostic equipment.
• Follow recognised diagnostic procedures, logical diagnostic sequence and apply advanced diagnostic principles and problem‑solving techniques to establish faults.
• Report faults using company procedures and recommend suitable further.
• Follow recognised repair procedures to complete a wide range of repairs including those which involve complex procedures or in‑depth knowledge.
• Test the function of repaired and fitted components.
• Adhere to business processes and complete documentation following workplace procedures.
• Use ICT to create emails, word‑process documents and carry out web‑based searches.
• Complete a range of services and inspect and prepare a vehicle to the required quality standard for handover to the customer.

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum grade 4 in maths and English at GCSE level or equivalent.
• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical thinking
• Team working
• Creativity
• Initiative
• Physical fitness

Apprenticeship Details

This Motor Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship is administered by Robert Bosch Ltd. Training takes place at the Alliance Training Centre in Doncaster on a block‑release basis, requiring stays in a hotel for 17 separate weeks (Monday to Friday) over the 3‑year duration of the course. The employer/program covers all associated training costs. Assessments are conducted in the workplace by a dedicated training assessor, with a workplace mentor assigned to provide support.

Upon completion, you will attain the Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) Level 3 qualification.

Compensation

£15,704 for your first year, with potential increases depending on age and experience. The apprenticeship pays the national minimum wage for apprentices: £6.40 per hour (current rate). Hours: 40 per week, 8:00 am–6:00 pm, Monday–Saturday.

How to Apply

The position may close before the indicated date of Monday 15 December 2025. Submit your application promptly if you wish to be considered. The role may also be adjusted to reflect any additional qualifications or industry experience you already have.