Light Vehicle Apprentice Northgate - Leicester
NORTHGATE VEHICLE HIRE LIMITED
Leicester, LE7 4UZ
Closes in 14 days (Thursday 31 October at 11:59pm)
Posted on 30 September 2024
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Summary
An exciting opportunity for an apprentice to work alongside qualified technicians where you will be fully trained in all aspects of maintenance and repair of light vehicles, from routine servicing to electrical fault diagnostics, observing and assisting technicians and see whether components and systems are secure and working properly.
- Annual wage
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£15,600 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
£7.50 hourly.
- Training course
- Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday with some Saturdays required. Shifts to be confirmed.
40 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Friday 1 November
- Duration
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2 years 6 months
- Positions available
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1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
- Servicing
- Vehicle maintenance
- Observing and assisting technicians
- Car technicians will be expected to see whether components and systems are secure and working properly
Where you’ll work
Building 3 Charnwood Edge
Syston Road
Cossington
Leicester
LE7 4UZ
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
SKILLNET LIMITED
Your training course
Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3 (light vehicle):
- Servicing - working to manufacturer servicing guidelines to ensure vehicle running at optimum performance
- Maintenance - replacing parts that have wear and tear before they fail
- Repair - diagnosing the reason for vehicle failure and fixing the problem
- Before the Standard is met, all apprentices must hold a certificate that meets the EU’s 2014 F-gas regulation
- On and off the job training and location to be confirmed
More training information
- You will be visited by a skills coach every 28 days as part of a close support network.
- The successful candidate will be required to attend a college on a block release of every 6-8 weeks.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- Maths and English (grade 4+)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
About this company
Founded in 1903, the Ford brand is rightly one of the most revered motoring names in the world, trusted by millions as their vehicle of choice. At Northgate we have an extensive range of premium Ford vans, with a model and deal for all business needs.
After this apprenticeship
A full time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of responsibility including a Service Manager, Master Technician and Dealership Principles. The opportunities are endless. By having a highly regarded set of skills, Apprentices can go on to develop their career within the specific interests they may have, progressing through their dealership and be an asset to the Northgate team.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SKILLNET LIMITED
Jose Faria
jose.faria@skillnet.org.uk
01923 216165
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000279409.
Apply now
Closes in 14 days (Thursday 31 October at 11:59pm)
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