Heritage Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Mechanical – Classic Vehicle restoration)
PILGRIM MOTOR SPORTS LIMITED
SMALL DOLE (BN5 9XR)
Closes in 5 days (Wednesday 30 April 2025)
Posted on 1 April 2025
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Summary
This Mechanical Heritage Engineering Apprenticeship vacancy offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside a team of highly skilled & knowledgeable craftsmen. The successful applicant will assist with the servicing, repair, rebuild and restoration and of classic Ford Mustangs and classic cars from their state of the art workshop in West Sussex.
- Wage
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£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
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£7.55/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 - Thursday 8:30am – 5:30pm.
Friday 8:30am – 3:00pm.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 5 May 2025
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
This apprenticeship combines old-school engineering with cutting-edge technology.
- You will assist with preservation, maintenance, restoration and service of classic vehicles
- You will be taught about the history and development of vehicles, components and materials, servicing, tuning, transmissions and drivetrains, chassis, suspension, steering, braking and electrics
- The apprenticeship also includes technical drawing, welding, business studies and advanced diagnostics
Where you’ll work
UNIT 12-14
MACKLEY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
HENFIELD ROAD
SMALL DOLE
BN5 9XR
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
HERITAGE SKILLS ACADEMY LIMITED
Your training course
Heritage engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
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 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
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
Previous classic vehicle work experience is useful but not essential, 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
Established in a small lock-up garage in the 1960s. Pilgrim Motorsports established world recognition as the most prevalent manufacturer in Europe of the AC Cobra replica and Pilgrim 356 Speedster replica, it is also the largest classic Mustang dealer in Europe. With over sixty years of experience of manufacturing, restoration and servicing, Pilgrim can handle any work required on their clients new, veteran, or classic car.
After this apprenticeship
On completion of the Programme, you will be qualified as a Heritage Engineering Technician. Employment with Pilgrim Motorsport 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
Janice Pitchforth
jj@heritageskillsacademy.co.uk
07973 844025
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000313280.
Apply now
Closes in 5 days (Wednesday 30 April 2025)
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Company’s application instructions
Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button on the Heritage Skills Academy (HSA) website. HSA will process and acknowledge your application within five working days. You will receive an email from the Recruitment Team to continue your application. HSA will invite you in for an initial assessment. If successful, you will be shortlisted and put forward for an interview and trial with Pilgrim Motorsport. If unsuccessful in your application, HSA will discuss alternative apprenticeship options with you.