Ford Light Vehicle Apprentice - Gloucester
VERTU MOTORS PLC
Gloucester, GL2 5YB
Closes in 25 days (Wednesday 30 October at 11:59pm)
Posted on 2 October 2024
Contents
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.
- Annual wage
- £13,312 a year
- Training course
- Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Saturday 8.30am - 5.30pm. If Saturday is worked, you will get a day off during the week.
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
- MOT’s
- 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
Bristol Road
Gloucester
GL2 5YB
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
- Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) apprenticeship standard
- Not only will apprentices be working and be trained within the garage they will attend a Ford approved college to work towards achieving their L3 Standard in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- A skills coach will visit at least every 28 days as part of a close support network to ensure that Apprentices are both enjoying and succeeding in their course
An Apprentice’s training includes:
- Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) apprenticeship standard
- Vocational related qualification (technical certificate)
- Ford Masters Level 1 technician modules
- Electric Vehicle training
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English and Maths (grade 4/C or above)
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
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- No skills required
- Full training will be provided
About this company
At Bristol Street Motors, we have 20 Ford dealerships across the UK, which stock a superb range of new Ford cars and used Ford vehicles. On every visit to one of our Ford dealers, you will receive a warm and friendly welcome from our fantastic team members, who are brand specialists, and will provide you with expert knowledge to answer any questions you may have, helping you to find your dream Ford. From the popular Fiesta and Focus to the classic Mustang and Mondeo, we've got a great range of Ford models for you to choose from. Whether you're looking for a new or used Ford or a commercial or family vehicle, you'll be able to find it at Bristol Street Motors Ford.
After this apprenticeship
A possible 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 Ford Motor Company.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SKILLNET LIMITED
Hannah Edwards
hannah.edwards@skillnet.org.uk
01923216165
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000280262.
Apply now
Closes in 25 days (Wednesday 30 October at 11:59pm)
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