Light Vehicle Technician Apprentice

Getting In Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Light Vehicle Technician Apprentice with a Nottingham-based garage. This role offers first-class training and outstanding long-term career prospects in the automotive industry. As an apprentice, you will work closely with qualified technicians, gaining hands-on experience in vehicle diagnostics, repairs, and customer service. You'll also engage in a structured training program that includes achieving the Light Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship Standard at Level 3, along with essential functional skills in maths and English. If you're passionate about vehicles and eager to kickstart your career in a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Candidates will work towards achieving the Light Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship Standard at Level 3.
• Ongoing assessment of soft skills, knowledge, and practical skills throughout the program.

Responsibilities

• Working alongside qualified Technicians to investigate, repair, and service vehicles.
• Providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Level 2 Maths and English Functional Skills

Job description

Light Vehicle Technician Apprentice

Apply From: 17/10/2024

Learning Provider

Delivered by NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

Employer

NPG TAXI HIRE LTD

Vacancy Description

NPG Taxi Hire are currently seeking a Motor Vehicle Technician Apprentice to join their garage. This is an exciting role with first-class training and outstanding long-term career prospects.

Duties will include:

• Working alongside qualified Technicians with the investigation, repair and service of vehicles
• Producing estimates
• Carrying out diagnostics
• Warranty work
• Assisting with MOT’s on vehicles
• Other general technical duties and general housekeeping
• Providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Light Vehicle Technician Apprentice

Employer Description

NPG Taxi Hire is a Nottingham based garage offering a range of vehicle services.

Vacancy Location

Bridge Court, Hucknall Lane, Nottingham, NG6 8AJ

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000282305

Key Dates

Apply From

17/10/2024

Closing Date For Applications

2024-10-31 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date: 2024-11-30 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

• Candidates will work towards achieving the Light Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship Standard at Level 3
• They will also be required to study towards achieving level 2 maths and English functional skills if they do not already hold equivalent qualifications
• The programme lasts for 39 months
• The training incorporates underpinning knowledge in partnership and managed by EMTEC Colleges
• Throughout the duration of the programme, candidates will be expected to travel to EMTEC’s training centre in Nottingham for 24 separate weeks to carry out skills training
• Regular visits to the dealership from EMTEC Vocational Learning Advisors will take place, who will observe all evidence opportunities that occur naturally in the workplace
• Candidates will be expected to engage in self-directed learning outside of normal working hours, which will be monitored and tracked through an online e-portal
• The apprentice, employer, and provider are required to maintain a logbook that captures progress over the programme

Assessment Includes:

• On-going assessment of soft skills and behaviours, a behaviour assessment, Knowledge and understanding tests at the end of Gateway 1 and 2, Skills tests at the end of Gateway 1 and 2
• This is followed by the synoptic assessment, of which there are four components: Logbook (final year review to assess apprentice’s progress), Behaviour Assessment, Knowledge Test (an in-depth, online test exploring knowledge/ understanding of the apprentice) and Skills Test (two-day practical examination of the skills of the apprentice).

Each apprentice will achieve the following:

• Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) (ST0033/AP03) Standard
• Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling (EC842-2006) QCF
• Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement QCF
• Certified Hyundai courses

Skills Required

Communication Skills

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