Hands-On Vehicle Workshop Apprentice

Northumberland County Council; Ashington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi leave scheme

Job summary

Northumberland County Council is seeking an Apprentice Workshop Technician to join our Fleet Services team at Stakeford Depot. The role runs for 3 years with time to complete the end point assessment, working 37 hours per week and attending the Automotive Campus one day per week.

You will gain practical training while working towards an apprenticeship standard, building skills in servicing, diagnosing and repairing vehicles and plant equipment within a professional workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Keen to learn and develop new skills.
• Reliable with good timekeeping.
• Motivated and willing to work hard.
• Good communicators who can work well with others.
• Organised, flexible and able to solve problems.
• Committed to health and safety and delivering high‑quality work.
• GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above (or grade 4 or above). There may be an opportunity to complete Functional Skills Maths and/or English through the college.
• A genuine interest in vehicle maintenance, engineering or mechanical work.
• Commitment to completing the apprenticeship programme.

Responsibilities

• Service, inspect and repair a wide range of vehicles and plant equipment.
• Prepare vehicles to MOT and LGV testing standards.
• Diagnose faults using visual inspections and computerised diagnostic systems.
• Identify and order vehicle parts and components.
• Maintain accurate workshop records and documentation.
• Use specialist tools, equipment and diagnostic technology.
• Develop welding and fabrication skills.
• Support vehicle breakdowns and repairs.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Good communication

Problem solving

Education

GCSE Maths & English (C or 4+)

Job description

Northumberland County Council is seeking an Apprentice Workshop Technician to join our Fleet Services team at Stakeford Depot. The role runs for 3 years with time to complete the end point assessment, working 37 hours per week and attending the Automotive Campus one day per week.

You will gain practical training while working towards an apprenticeship standard, building skills in servicing, diagnosing and repairing vehicles and plant equipment within a professional workshop environment.