Ford Light Vehicle Apprentice - Manchester
PENDRAGON PLC
Chester Road, M16 0GU
Closes in 26 days (Thursday 31 October at 11:59pm)
Posted on 11 September 2024
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Summary
The successful candidate will be working alongside qualified technicians where they will be trained in all aspects of the maintenance and repair of light vehicles, from routine servicing to electrical fault diagnostics.
- Annual wage
- £13,312 a year
- Training course
- Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 17:00 (Saturdays may be included)
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
An exciting opportunity for the apprentices to be trained using the latest diagnostic equipment to provide them with the relevant skills to react to the ever-changing technological developments within the car industry.
Day to day tasks will always vary but will normally include:
- Servicing
- MOTs
- Vehicle maintenance
- Observing and assisting technicians
- Light vehicle technicians will be expected to see whether components and systems are secure and working properly
Where you’ll work
660
Chester Road
M16 0GU
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 (light vehicle) Level 3.
Before the Standard is met, all apprentices must hold a certificate that meets the EUs 2014 F-gas regulation.
Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle) / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
- 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
Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English and Maths (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
- None
About this company
All of the businesses across the Pendragon Group are united in realising our vision to transform automotive retail through digital innovation and operational excellence. Our strategy is brought to life through three strategic priorities for growth and transformation, these are: Unlock value in franchised UK motor by accelerating digital innovation, driving operational excellence, best practice and cost control Accelerate Pinewood’s geographic expansion. Diversify into new products which can be utilised by our group before also being offered to the wider customer base Disrupt hybrid used car sales in the UK by differentiating the customer experience and scaling the number of sites
https://www.pendragonplc.com/about-us/our-business/ (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship
- A full-time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of authority including a Master Technician
- The opportunities are endless
- By having a highly regarded set of skills, Apprentices can go on to develop their career within specific interests they may have
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SKILLNET LIMITED
Jamie Rogan
jamie.rogan@skillnet.org.uk
01923216165
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000276215.
Apply now
Closes in 26 days (Thursday 31 October at 11:59pm)
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