Honda Apprentice Technician

MacGregor Industrial Supplies Ltd; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

MacGregor Industrial Supplies Ltd in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Honda ATV Apprentice Technician. This 3-year apprenticeship combines hands-on service, repair and testing with college training, leading to an SVQ Level 2.

You will spend the first two years in training blocks and the final year applying skills in the workplace. No experience is required; a positive attitude and willingness to learn are key.

Qualifications

• No experience required; positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ideally four years of secondary education with Science/Engineering subjects advantageous.
• Interest in vehicles, mechanics or engineering and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Learn to service and maintain vehicles to manufacturer standards.
• Identify and diagnose basic faults and replace components as needed.
• Use specialist tools and diagnostic systems in a busy workshop.
• Work as part of a skilled and supportive team.

Skills

Practical

Hands-on

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Secondary education completed

Job description

Earn while you learn, gain nationally recognised qualifications and build a career in the automotive industry.

Are you practical, hands-on and interested in how vehicles work? Do you enjoy solving problems and learning new skills?

We are recruiting a Honda ATV Apprentice Technician to join our busy Servicing & Hire department. The successful candidate will assist in the service, repair, and testing of a range of equipment while working toward a recognised vocational qualification through a 3-year Honda ATV Apprenticeship, including block release college training and ongoing workplace assessments.

No experience is required - just a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and an interest in vehicles.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Honda Apprentice Technician, you'll learn how to:

• Service and maintain vehicles to manufacturer standards
• Identify and diagnose basic faults
• Remove, replace and refit vehicle components
• Use specialist tools, equipment and diagnostic systems
• Work safely and effectively in a busy workshop environment
• Work as part of a skilled and supportive team

Every day will bring new challenges and opportunities to develop your skills.

This apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with Moray Firth Training and leads to a Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Level 2 (SCQF Level 5).

During the first two years, you'll attend Moray Firth Training for six one-week training blocks each year, where you'll develop both your practical skills and technical knowledge.

Your third year will be spent primarily in the workplace, building a portfolio of evidence and demonstrating your competence through practical assessments and workplace observations.

What Is a Modern Apprenticeship?

A Modern Apprenticeship combines real work experience with recognised qualifications and industry training.

You'll earn a wage from day one whilst learning valuable skills that will help you build a successful career. This is more than just a job—it's the first step towards becoming a qualified technician and developing a long-term career within the industry.

Successful apprentices are expected to continue their training and development beyond their initial qualification, opening up further opportunities for progression and specialisation.

What We're Looking For

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Enjoy practical, hands-on work
• Have an interest in vehicles, mechanics or engineering
• Like solving problems and figuring out how things work
• Work well as part of a team
• Are reliable, motivated and eager to learn

Ideally, you'll have completed at least four years of secondary education, with subjects such as Science, Technical Studies, Engineering or Practical Craft Skills being advantageous.

What You'll Gain

• Earn while you learn
• Nationally recognised qualifications
• Hands-on experience in a professional workshop
• Support from experienced technicians and mentors
• Ongoing training and development
• Career progression opportunities
• Skills that will stay with you for life

Qualifications Achieved

Successful completion of the programme will lead to:

• Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) knowledge qualifications

Ready to Get Started?

If you're looking for a career where you can learn new skills, work with great people and build a future in the automotive industry, we'd love to hear from you.

About us

At MacGregor Industrial Supplies we understand that the key to our business success is our people. We have over 300 members of staff, across several different departments, divisions and branches. In addition, we are always looking for talented people to join our team!