Heritage Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Mechanical – Classic Vehicle restoration)
GREAT BRITISH CAR JOURNEY LTD
Ambergate, DE56 2HE
Closes in 5 days (Friday 28 February)
Posted on 31 January 2025
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Summary
Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Heritage Engineering - This Mechanical Heritage Engineering Apprenticeship vacancy offers a unique opportunity to work directly with the Workshop Manager, with over 40 years of classic vehicle experience, at the UK’s latest Motor Museum maintaining and restoring historic British vehicles.
- Wage
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£13,312 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
£6.40/hour - Applicant’s age, experience and qualifications vary; therefore, the starting salary may vary based on these factors.
- Training course
- Heritage engineering technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 5.00pm.
40 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 10 March
- Duration
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3 years
- 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
This apprenticeship combines old-school engineering with cutting-edge technology.
- You will help service British classics ranging from minor mechanical repair work to major overhauls
- You will be taught about the history and development of vehicles, components and materials, and turn around the most complex restoration projects in a timely manner
- It also includes Technical Drawing, welding, business studies and advanced diagnostics
Where you’ll work
Ambergate
DE56 2HE
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
HERITAGE SKILLS ACADEMY LIMITED
Your training course
Heritage engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
Qualification: The ‘HET Level 3 Apprenticeship’ is a nationally recognised qualification delivered by ‘HSA’ from its Mechanical Academy based at ‘Bicester Heritage’ in Oxfordshire. Delivered over 36 months on a block release basis, you will attend your academy on average every 5 weeks for a 5-day block of training running from Monday to Friday, the remaining 80% of the time you will be working with your employer. If required, your employer will cover the accommodation and travel costs.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Math (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
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
Previous classic vehicle work experience is useful and a proven interest in classic and heritage vehicles is required, GCSE Grades 4 to 9 (A-C) Maths and English are essential. We are also looking for applications from university graduates looking to apply their degree to ‘old school’ engineering challenges and develop a career in this exciting and dynamic industry. There is a high expectation that successful candidates will work hard, be conscientious and represent the company well on all occasions. Appearance, attitude, timekeeping, and personal presentation will all be considered throughout the interview process.
About this company
Great British Car Journey opened in 2021 and is the UK’s latest living Automotive Museum. Tracking the evolution of British made vehicles, The museum has over 150 running vehicles, 57 of which are available for hire by the public. The Museum operates a fully functioning workshop restoring, preserving, and maintaining its expanding fleet of vehicles. This a unique opportunity for an apprentice to begin an exciting, varied and interesting career in historic motoring.
After this apprenticeship
On completion of the Programme, you will be qualified as a Heritage Engineering Technician. Employment with Great British Car Journey after completion of the apprenticeship is not guaranteed but very likely, subject to performance and a position being available.
The classic vehicle industry is thriving and the companies that HSA work with are world-class. Prospects for progression range from specialist technical roles to management positions and international work opportunities.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
HERITAGE SKILLS ACADEMY LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000299668.
Apply now
Closes in 5 days (Friday 28 February)
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