Motor Vehicle Technician Apprentice

BMW Group; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in the UK is seeking a Motor Vehicle Technician Apprentice to maintain and repair vehicles to the high standards of the BMW/MINI brand. This apprenticeship includes extensive training at the BMW Group Academy, preparing the candidate for a successful career path. Enthusiasts with predicted GCSEs in English, Maths, and one other subject are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Keen interest and enthusiasm for automotive vehicles and the industry as a whole.
• Honest, trustworthy, and willing to learn.
• Positive attitude, work ethic, and high level of professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair motor vehicles to the high standards of the BMW/MINI brand.
• Use BMW diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Complete maintenance, service and repair activities on vehicles once fully qualified.

Skills

Keen interest in automotive vehicles

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Positive attitude

High level of professionalism

Education

Predicted to obtain GCSEs at grades A-C/9-4 in English, Maths, and one other subject

Job description

Overview

Sycamore Peterborough is looking for a Motor Vehicle Technician Apprentice. You will be working in a busy BMW/MINI workshop environment, where you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing motor vehicles to the high standards of the BMW/MINI brand.

All BMW Motor Vehicle Technician Apprentices attend the BMW Group Academy UK in Berkshire for their off‑the‑job training. The training takes place over a 3‑year period and consists of classroom and workshop sessions. The course is unique to BMW, with a special emphasis on electronics and cutting‑edge technology. Your training will include the opportunity to work on the latest cars, engines and BMW diagnostic equipment, ultimately leading to the ability to undertake maintenance, service and repair activities on vehicles to the highest standards once fully qualified.

Work‑Based Learning

During your time at your retailer, a mentor will oversee your work‑based learning programme. A BMW representative will visit every 12 weeks to set performance targets and ensure development needs are met.

All Motor Vehicle Technician, Aftersales Customer Service (Parts & Service) and Motorcycle Technician Apprentices will be employed at their local BMW Retailer and attend the BMW Group Academy for training. The Academy is based at Wokefield Park near Reading in Berkshire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair motor vehicles to the high standards of the BMW/MINI brand
• Use BMW diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
• Complete maintenance, service and repair activities on vehicles once fully qualified

Qualifications & Personal Qualities

• keen interest and enthusiasm for automotive vehicles and the industry as a whole
• honest, trustworthy, and willing to learn
• positive attitude, work ethic, and high level of professionalism
• able to work effectively as part of a team in a busy workshop environment, and capable of following instructions and working individually
• predicted to obtain GCSEs at grades A‑C/9‑4 (or equivalent) in English, Maths, and one other subject

Training & Certifications

• IMI Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician
• IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigeration Handling
• IMI Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle
• IMI Accreditation Service Maintenance Technician

Future Prospects

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will continue your development on the BMW Technical Programme. You will then be positioned for further career progression within the BMW Group.

Additional Information

Successful applicants must be prepared to travel to the BMW Group Academy in Berkshire for training as required. All Bodyshop Technician (Paint & Panel) Apprentices will also attend the body training facility located in Milton Keynes.

We Want You

If you’re dedicated to customer experience, have a drive to help others, and share a passion for design, technology, and engineering, you could be a valuable member of a BMW Group Retailer Team.