Vehicle Technician Apprentice

Evans Halshaw; Spittlegate; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Pension

Life assurance

Exclusive discounts on cars

Salary sacrifice car

Volunteer day

Long service milestones

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Evans Halshaw MG Grantham is recruiting a Vehicle Technician Apprentice starting September 2026. The role blends hands‑on dealership work with structured training to achieve an IMI Level 3 in Vehicle Servicing and Maintenance.

You don’t need previous automotive experience—this apprenticeship is designed to teach you the skills, with mentoring and clear progression toward becoming a qualified technician. Enjoy a supportive environment and a clear development path.

Qualifications

• Interest in vehicles and automotive industry.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Enthusiasm, positive attitude and keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Learn to service vehicles and maintain them following clear instructions.
• Diagnose, repair and replace vehicle parts and components.
• Carry out vehicle checks and inspections.
• Produce time estimates for repairs and maintenance.
• Maintain repair and service records on the in-house system and for customers.

Skills

Interest in vehicles

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Enthusiastic attitude

Education

Grade C/4 in English, Maths and Science

Job description

Vehicle Technician Apprentice (Recruiting for September 2026 start date)

Evans Halshaw, MG Grantham

Apprentice salary, pension, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales services.

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people. We’re passionate about developing future talent, and our Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship is the perfect opportunity to learn, grow and build a long-term career in the automotive industry.

As a Vehicle Technician Apprentice, you’ll combine hands‑on experience in our dealerships with structured training and the support of an experienced mentor. You’ll work towards achieving an IMI Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Servicing and Maintenance, setting you up to become a fully qualified Vehicle Technician.

You don’t need previous experience in the automotive industry to apply. We don’t expect you to know everything already, that’s what the apprenticeship is for.

If you’re curious, motivated and willing to learn, we’ll give you the training, support and mentoring you need to succeed and build a long-term career as a Vehicle Technician.

What will you be doing every day as an Apprentice Vehicle Technician?

• Learning to service vehicles, checking and maintaining them following clear instructions
• Learning to diagnose, repair and replace vehicle parts and components
• Carry out vehicle checks and inspections
• Produce time estimates for repairs and maintenance to vehicles
• Maintain repair and service records on the in‑house computer system and for customers.

What do we look for in an Apprentice Technician / Mechanic?

• A genuine interest in vehicles and the automotive industry
• A willingness to learn and follow instructions
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
• A keen eye for detail
• A grade C or Grade 4 in English, Maths and Science

What we can offer you:

• Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love
• Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday
• Our industry‑leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters most
• Access a new car through our Salary Sacrifice scheme and enjoy a smarter way to drive
• Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart
• We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that’s why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries
• Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities
• Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme
• Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding
• Know someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral scheme

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people:

As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we’re passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—fuel everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you’re ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we’d love to have you with us on this journey.

Lithia UK are an equal opportunities employer, and we are proud members of Automotive 30% Club, Diversity in Retail and Inclusive Companies. We welcome all applications regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender or sexual identity, marital status, socio-economic background or Veteran status. We will also consider qualified applicants with prior criminal convictions, in accordance with the law.

We want your recruitment journey to be unique to you and as accessible as possible. If you need any additional support with your application or have specific requirements at any stage, please let us know via email: [e-mail]. Our team will be happy to support you throughout every stage of the process.