Service Technician Apprenticeship Simon Bailes Ltd
This exciting apprenticeship programme is ideal for someone who is looking to begin their journey to becoming a qualified service technician and who wants to develop a long-term career with an ambitious automotive brand.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 15 Aug 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, 8:30am - 5:30pm, however each of our dealers will have different requirements.
Total hours per week: 40.00
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Expected duration
36 months
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Possible start date
22 Aug 2022
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Date posted
27 Nov 2021
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC001797032
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Positions
1 available
The role of a Vehicle Service Technician is to maintain, service and repair vehicles to a consistently high standard. Our dealers use some of the most advanced service equipment and techniques in the world making this a great time to start your career with Stellantis.
The below explanation is a guide to support you in understanding what the role might entail.
Light Vehicle Service Technicians service and repair light vehicles such as cars up to 3.5 tonnes. Technicians are trained in all areas of vehicle mechanics and electronics, from engine and exhaust systems to air conditioning and security features.
The duties of a Light Vehicle Service Technician may include:
- Servicing vehicles – carrying out checks and maintenance according to the manufacturers’ guidelines
- Repairing and replacing faulty parts and components
- Advising the Service Receptionists about required repairs
- Producing time estimates
- Maintaining repair and service records
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills
- Good communication and listening skills
- Attention to detail
- Safety conscious
- Well organised and patient
- Comfortable with the use of up to date technology
- Practical
Personal qualities
- Willingness to learn
- Team working/working with others
- Motivation for the role/automotive and engineering interest
- Personal responsibility and career ownership
- Problem solving
Desired qualifications
Prior attainment: GCSE (or equivalent) grade A*-C/9-4 in English and maths. Predicted grades are accepted.
Equivalent' grades include:
- BTEC First Diplomas and Certificates
- OCR Nationals
- Key Skills Level 2
- NVQs
- 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 focussed toward 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 the apprenticeship journey
The Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage guide (ANMW): https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates
About the employer
Simon Bailes, your North East Peugeot dealer since 1979. The place for top quality Peugeot cars and servicing - and of course, for great prices. If you can't find what you need online, give us a call and we'll be more than happy to try and track it down for you.
Our three North East dealerships, located in Northallerton, Guisborough and Stockton, have a wide ranging stock of new, nearly new and used Peugeot models to choose from. Or, if you're already an owner then our aftersales department are on hand for all your servicing and MOT needs – we've even got a parts shop too. Finally, our Accident Repair centre in Northallerton aims to help make the stress of an accident easier to deal with.
Employer
Simon Bailes Ltd
https://www.simonbailes.co.uk/
Address
Church Road
Stockton-On-Tees
TS18 1TH
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
- Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle) standard level 3
- We will support you to gain your Functional Skills if you require them in maths and English
- All of our Apprentices are employed through the Dealer Network and attend weeklong block training at out state of the art Training Centre in Coventry
- Block training is complemented by a combination of regular coaching visits from one of our experienced Coaches as well as Virtual Classroom sessions and E-Learning modules
Apprenticeship standard
Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle)
Level 3 (A level)
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 15 Aug 2022