Motor Vehicle Technician Apprentice

Group 1 Automotive UK; Reading; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Group 1 Automotive UK is seeking a Motor Vehicle Technician Apprentice for their busy BMW/MINI workshop in Reading. This role offers extensive training at the BMW Group Academy, focusing on the latest technologies and maintenance standards. Successful candidates will learn to perform repairs and servicing while working in a supportive environment with opportunities for continued development. Applicants should possess good manual dexterity and a passion for the automotive industry.

Benefits

All training costs covered by the retailer

Mentorship and performance reviews every 12 weeks

Travel and accommodation covered for training

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English, Maths, and another subject required.
• A keen interest and enthusiasm for the automotive industry is essential.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining and repairing motor vehicles to BMW/MINI standards.
• Attend BMW Group Academy for off-the-job training.
• Work alongside a mentor during the apprenticeship.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

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 Reading 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

To have good manual dexterity.

Personal Qualities

• A keen interest and enthusiasm for automotive vehicles and the industry as a whole
• To be honest and trustworthy with a willingness to learn
• A positive attitude and work ethic, with high level of professionalism
• To be able to work effectively as part of a team in a busy workshop environment, as well as having 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.

All Bodyshop Technician (Paint & Panel) Apprentices will be employed at their local BMW Retailer or Bodyshop, and will attend our body training facility for their training. The body training facility is located in Milton Keynes.

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.