Autocare Mechanic Apprentice

GTG Training Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 8,300 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandicliffe BYD in Leicester is offering an Apprentice Autocare Technician role, with hands-on training provided by GTG Training. You will gain experience in servicing, MOT preparation, and component overhauls while earning and learning in a workshop environment.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week with a 30-minute lunch. GCSEs in Maths and English are required; a full UK driving licence is preferred. Applications welcome from all backgrounds and experiences.

Qualifications

• GCSE 4/Level 2 or above in Maths, English.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of vehicle repair and maintenance in a garage workshop.
• Assist with servicing and MOT preparation.
• Assist in diagnosing electrical faults and components.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Proactive

Time management

Team player

Education

GCSE 4/Level 2 Maths & English

Job description

GTG Training are recruiting for an ApprenticeAutocare Technicianon behalf of Sandicliffe BYD - Leicester.This is a fantastic opportunity for those who are ready to advance their career within the automotive industry.

Working hours: Monday to Friday 40 hours week (30 minutes lunch break)

Salary:National Apprenticeship Minimum Wage

Training provider:GTG Training

About Sandicliffe BYD

It all began in 1948. We started out as a small garage and workshop where our founding members, Richard Woodhouse and Henry Barton, worked tireless hours to service and repair the cars of Stapleford. 70+ years later, Sandicliffe has expanded to an award-winning motor group, managed under the same family values as it was in 1948.

About the apprenticeship

The Apprenticeship Programmes allow apprentices to work full time andearn while they learn putting theory into practice within a training environment.

Youwill train through GTGWolverhampton, by attending block release training weeks,to achieve an Autocare Technician Apprenticeship qualification. Regular assessment and reviews will be undertaken within the apprentice's own workplace which aims to ensure you have the required skills to successfully complete your apprenticeship.

What Might a Typical Day in this Job look like?

You will be based within the garage workshop and will be involved in learning all aspects of vehicle repair and maintenance, including vehicle servicing, MOT preparation, removal, replacement and overhaul of major components and electrical fault diagnostics.

Examples of the units covered are:

• Materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment
• Inspection of light vehicles
• Diagnosing and rectifying chassis units and components
• Diagnosing and rectifying vehicle engines andcomponentfaults
• Ensuring your own actions reduce risks to health and safety
• Contributing to workplace good housekeeping

What qualifications or qualities arerequired?

GCSE 4/Level 2 or above in Maths, English

What personal qualities arerequired?

• We are looking for candidates who want to kickstart their career in the automotive industry and who are keen to learn.
• You must be dedicated and have a proactive approach to your work and learning.
• Youare able toprioritise and work to timelines.
• A willingness to work in a practical environment using your own initiative.
• A full UK Driving licence is not essential but preferred.
• Ifyou’vegot the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion,beliefor race.

Applications will be considered as they are received and therefore adverts may close early due to high volume.

If you've got the right skills and enthusiasm for this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Sandicliffe BYDand GTG Training are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and will consider all applicants fairly and without discrimination.

Are you ready to become an apprentice and start learning and earning?