Halford Autocare Technician Apprenticeship - Blackburn

Halfords; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Block release training

Full Halfords toolkit provided

Mentor in garage support

40–44 hour weeks depending on age

Permanent role on completion

Ongoing development and EV/MOT培训

Job summary

Halfords is recruiting for an Autocare Technician/Mechanic apprenticeship. You will train to diagnose faults with specialist equipment, perform service and inspections, and maintain electronic systems while documenting work for customer records.

The role combines hands-on practice with virtual and face-to-face training at our centre, progressing toward Level 2 Autocare Technician qualifications and brand certifications. A full-time apprenticeship with a clear career path awaits.

Qualifications

• GCSE English (grade 4/C) is essential.
• GCSE Maths (grade 4/C) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Use diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults.
• Test parts and systems to ensure correct operation.
• Follow checklists to ensure all critical parts are examined.
• Carry out bumper-to-bumper overview, service and inspection.
• Maintain electronic systems including onboard entertainment.
• Complete legible paperwork for customers and records.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Logical

Team working

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Job description

The Service department is vital to the success of our business. From right first-time fixes, to delivering excellent customer service, our Autocare Technicians/Mechanics play a pivotal role in delighting our customers and encouraging their continued loyalty.

Every day is different within the Service department. As an Autocare Technicians/Mechanics 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 a bumper-to-bumper overview, service, and inspection
• Maintenance of electronic systems, including onboard entertainment systems
• 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 an Autocare Technician/Mechanic.

Desired skills & Experience:

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 apprenticeship programme.

We are looking for people who have some experience in the motor industry either with formal training at Level 1 or having worked at or within a similar organisation.

You should be 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.

A Level 1 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair is desirable.

Training

Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre.

Successful applicants are required to travel to a centrally located training facility to complete their apprenticeship training. All training-related costs are fully covered as part of the programme, including travel, accommodation, and meals.

In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and the training centre.

This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will receive the following:

• Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard in Autocare Technician
  Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
• Level 2 qualification for safe isolation of electric and hybrid vehicles
• Brand specific certifications
• Progression towards Level 3 apprenticeship standard in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

What we offer:

• Block release training
• A full Halfords toolkit, uniform and work boots supplied
• A mentor in your garage to support you through the apprenticeship
• A 40 hour working week if you are under 18 or 44 hours per week if you are over 18
• Permanent role upon successful completion of your apprenticeship
• Continued development and training opportunities with Hybrid/Electric Vehicle and MOT training

What happens at the end

Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey, and you will have the opportunity to drive your career forward. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working

Qualifications

• GCSE English (grade 4/C) - essential
• GCSE Math's (grade 4/C) - essential

Key details

• Wage: £17,768 a year
• Working week: Monday- Friday, between 08:30 - 17:30. Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts. Working week will be confirmed on application.
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Duration: 2 Years
• Start date: 2027-01-01
• Closing date: 2026-11-22
• Apprenticeship standard: Autocare technician (level 2)
• Training provider: INSPIRO LEARNING LIMITED

About the employer

At Halfords, we're all about the journey. With more than 600 stores with over 10,000 colleagues, we're the UK's leading retailer of automotive and cycling products. We are also the leading operator in MOT, tyres, car servicing and car repairs - pleasing more than 750,000 customers every year. We pride ourselves in offering the highest quality motoring products to ensure you get the job done safely and efficiently.
The Halfords apprenticeship programme will equip you with all the skills, knowledge and behaviours you need to start a successful career with us. We have over 700 garages across England, Scotland and Wales where our highly trained Technicians carry out MOT's, car servicing and repairs for over one million customers a year. As a Halfords apprentice, you will master a range of technologies across all kinds of cars – that’s a lot of valuable, career enhancing knowledge.