Citygate Volkswagen Ruislip Service Technician Apprenticeship

Inspiro Learning; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Service Technician/Mechanic apprentice. This role involves working with diagnostic equipment, testing vehicle systems, and maintaining electronic components. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science, plus a passion for vehicle engineering. The apprenticeship offers hands-on experience with traditional and modern vehicles, ensuring a diverse learning environment. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential. Join us to embark on a rewarding long-term career.

Responsibilities

• Use diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults.
• Testing of parts and systems to ensure correct working.
• Follow checklists to ensure all critical parts are examined.
• Carry out bumper‑to‑bumper overview, service, and inspection.
• Maintain electronic systems including on‑board entertainment.
• Undertake repair and maintenance of vehicle parts.
• Complete legible and accurate paperwork for customers.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work environment.

Skills

Logic and problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Strong communication

Customer Service

Enthusiasm and willingness to learn

Interest in vehicle engineering

Education

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

Job description

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 centre’s 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.

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.

Qualifications required

Minimum entry requirements

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

We accept predicted grades and conditional offers can be made based on predicted grades.

Personal qualities

We are looking for people who are passionate about our industry and our brand. Some of the personal skills that you should think about showing us in your application are:

• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
• Teamwork
• Strong communication
• Customer Service
• Interest in vehicle engineering

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long‑term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship.

Things to consider

Please do not contact the retailer directly. Inspiro Learning carries 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.

Application instructions

In order to be considered for this role, you are required to complete an online application via the link listed. Your online application will be forwarded to our specialist recruitment team. If you are successful in your application, they will talk to you directly and guide you through the next stages of application.