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Parts Advisor Apprenticeship Motorline Ashford - Motorline Ashford
This exciting apprenticeship programme is ideal for someone who enjoys engaging with people and wants to learn more about stock management, vehicle parts, maintenance and repair. We’re seeking ambitious people who are keen to develop a long-term career with an ambitious brand.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 06 Jun 2022
Apprenticeship summary
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Weekly wage
£192.40
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:30, however each of our dealers will have different requirements.
Total hours per week: 40.00
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Expected duration
12 months
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Possible start date
20 Jun 2022
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Date posted
13 Sep 2021
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC001764480
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Positions
1 available
The role of a vehicle parts advisor is to provide each and every one of our customers with consistently high levels of service within the parts department.
This exciting apprenticeship programme is ideal for someone who enjoys engaging with people and wants to learn more about stock management, vehicle parts, maintenance and repair. We’re seeking ambitious people who are keen to develop a long-term career with an ambitious brand.
The role of a Vehicle Parts Advisor:
The apprenticeship programme is geared toward training the right candidate to become a qualified vehicle parts advisor. But what does a vehicle parts advisor actually do?
The vehicle parts advisor role varies slightly by employer based upon the specific needs to the location. The below explanation is therefore a guide to support you in understanding what the role might entail.
Parts Advisors are also known as vehicle parts operatives. They are responsible for ordering, selling and managing stock control on a wide range of vehicle parts and accessories.
Duties may vary from employer to employer but will typically include:
- Advising customers on how to solve a problem with their vehicle
- Taking orders from customers both face to face and over the phone
- Maintaining an ordered stock room and finding parts from stock
- Raising invoices for parts sold
- Liaising with other members of staff
- Working alongside on-site service technicians to ensure they have the parts needed to complete their daily work
- Customers may include members of the public, service departments of dealers, and garages
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills
The Performance Academy commits to supporting the development of its apprentices technical, employability and broader personal development skills, to ensure they can progress and develop their career. That is why, when it comes to selecting the right people to become Stellantis apprentices, it’s as much about attitude as it is about vocational and academic success.
Personal qualities
- Willingness to learn
- Team working/working with others
- Motivation for the role/automotive and engineering interest
- Personal responsibility and career ownership
- Enthusiasm for our industry
Desired qualifications
GCSEs at grades A*-C/9-4 (or equivalent) in maths and English. Predicated grades are accepted.
Equivalent grades could include:
- BTEC first diplomas and certificates
- OCR Nationals
- Key skills Level 2
- NVQ's
- Functional skills Level 2
Future prospects
There are lots of opportunities to develop your career within our expanding dealer network. Your early development is carefully mapped through your apprenticeship journey with your learning focused towards achieving an industry recognised qualification that's recognised across the motor industry.
This is the grounding for your future development within the network and opportunities exist, once qualified, to further develop your skills and to move into new roles.
Things to consider
We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of gender and ethnic group and appointment will be based on merit alone. Being committed to equal opportunities, if you have a disability, please state this during the application process.
Measures will be put in place to support you through your application and apprenticeship journey.
About the employer
Motorline Peugeot in Ashford, Canterbury, Gatwick and Medway (Gillingham) are four of a large network of Motorline retail outlets across the UK – one of the biggest motor groups in the South-East and South-West, representing 10 carmakers, including Peugeot. We remain a family-owned business to this day, so you can expect the quality, personalised customer service that comes with it – and great prices come as standard.
We invest in our facilities and staff to ensure that the needs of our business and individual customers are satisfied – every time. Our showrooms are contemporary and spacious, with comfortable waiting areas, including complimentary refreshments and Wi-Fi access to enjoy while you wait. We’re known for our outstanding levels of customer care, impartial advice on your next purchase and superior levels of aftercare.
Employer
Motorline Ashford - Motorline Ashford
Address
The Crescent, Orbital Park
Ashford
TN24 0SN
Training
Training provider
CALEX UK LTD
Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by Calex UK Ltd
Contact
Calex UK Recruitment recruitment.calexuk@gmail.com
Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
- End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Apprenticeship standard
Customer service practitioner
Level 2 (GCSE)
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 06 Jun 2022