Vehicle Technician Apprentice — IMI Level 3 Pathway

Pendragon; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday (including bank hols)

Birthday day off

Salary Sacrifice car scheme

Volunteer day

Long service anniversaries

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

Internal referral rewards

Job summary

Stratstone Mercedes-Benz of Ipswich is recruiting a Vehicle Technician Apprentice for a September 2026 start. The program combines hands-on dealership work with structured training, aiming to achieve an IMI Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Servicing and Maintenance.

No prior automotive experience is required, as the apprenticeship provides full training and mentoring. Successful candidates will attend the Mercedes Training Academy in Milton Keynes during the 3-year program and must be curious,

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in vehicles and the automotive industry.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude.
• A keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Interest in vehicles

Willingness to learn

Enthusiasm and positive attitude

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE English, Maths and Science (Grade C/4)

Job description

Stratstone Mercedes-Benz of Ipswich is recruiting a Vehicle Technician Apprentice for a September 2026 start. The program combines hands-on dealership work with structured training, aiming to achieve an IMI Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Servicing and Maintenance.

No prior automotive experience is required, as the apprenticeship provides full training and mentoring. Successful candidates will attend the Mercedes Training Academy in Milton Keynes during the 3-year program and must be curious,