Motor Vehicle Technician Apprentice

BMW Group Retail; Hindhead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits aspiring automotive technicians at a prestigious automotive retailer. This apprenticeship offers a unique blend of hands-on experience in a bustling BMW/MINI workshop and comprehensive training at the renowned BMW Group Academy. Over three years, apprentices will master the art of vehicle maintenance and repair, focusing on cutting-edge technology and diagnostics. With a dedicated mentor and regular performance assessments, this program ensures a solid foundation for a successful career in the automotive industry. If you have a passion for cars and a desire to learn, this is the perfect stepping stone into a rewarding profession.

Benefits

Training costs covered (travel, accommodation, food)

Mentorship from experienced technicians

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English, Maths, and one other subject required.
• Good manual dexterity and a keen interest in automotive vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair motor vehicles to high BMW/MINI standards.
• Attend BMW Group Academy for off-the-job training.

Skills

Good manual dexterity

Education

GCSEs at grades A*-C/9-4 in English

GCSEs at grades A*-C/9-4 in Maths

GCSEs at grades A*-C/9-4 in one other subject

Tools

BMW diagnostic equipment

Job description

Group1 Hindhead is looking for a Motor Vehicle Technician Apprentice.

Your role

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. This ensures consistent training throughout the UK and allows our apprentices to train on up-to-the-minute products and technology. The training takes place over a 3-year period and takes the form 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
• Repair activities on vehicles to the highest standards once fully qualified

During the time spent at your Retailer, a mentor will be allocated to oversee the work-based learning programme. A BMW representative will also visit on a 12-weekly basis to set performance targets and ensure any development needs are being met.

Your profile

Desired skills:

• Good manual dexterity

Personal qualities:

• A keen interest and enthusiasm for automotive vehicles and the industry as a whole
• Honesty and trustworthiness with a willingness to learn
• A positive attitude and work ethic, with a high level of professionalism
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy workshop environment, as well as the capability to follow instructions and work individually

Desired qualifications:

Applicants are required to have, or are predicted to obtain, GCSEs at grades A*-C/9-4 (or equivalent) in the following subjects:

• English
• Maths
• One other subject

Future prospects:

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will continue your development on the BMW Technical Programme.

Things to consider:

Successful applicants must be prepared to travel to the BMW Group Academy in Berkshire to complete their apprenticeship training. Training is completed in one-week blocks approximately once every two-three months. All training costs are covered by the BMW Retailer (travel, accommodation, and food).

About the employer:

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

Employer:

BMW Group Academy

Training provider:

• 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

Apprenticeship standard:

Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle)

Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by BMW Group Academy.