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Van (Light) Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship MOTUS GROUP (UK) LIMITED

An excellent opportunity for an outgoing & proactive individual, offering the chance to work for one of the most prestigious automotive companies, developing skills in vehicle maintenance & repair. Working in a busy environment, representing the brand by exceeding our customer’s expectations & delivering an unparalleled level of service & quality.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 10 Jun 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Weekly wage

    £168.35

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Shifts TBC. This will be confirmed by the employer at interview, as days and times may vary.

    Total hours per week: 35.00

  • Expected duration

    3 years

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    10 Feb 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC001821621

  • Positions

    1 available

As a Light Vehicle (Van) Technician, you will service and repair all systems within a vehicle up to 3.5 tonnes, including engine and exhaust systems, air conditioning and electronics. Work will range from replacing parts to solving complex faults using diagnostic methods and equipment. With evermore-complex technologies, the tasks are constantly changing.

Working towards a Level 3 Service and Maintenance Light Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship you will learn the key principles, practices and skills that underpin the role before further developing and applying your skills in more complex situations.

If you have an apt for practical work, like to work independently but at the same time operate as a member of a team and offer good customer handling skills then this could be the role for you!

The role of a Light Vehicle Technician Apprentice

  • Carrying out maintenance and repair work
  • Visual inspections and care of customer vehicles
  • Completion of relevant documentation
  • Working with System Technicians on more complex and extensive diagnostic and repair tasks

Important information

We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of gender and ethnicity. We are committed to equal opportunities therefore if you have a disability please state this on your application form and measures will be put in place to support you.

The employing retailer dictates the remuneration that apprentices receive. They are required to pay, at least, the National Minimum Wage. Further details can be found at https://www.gov.uk/apprenticeships-guide/pay-and-conditions

You will be required to work the minimum duration of 30 hours per week and a minimum of 20% of your working hours are allocated to ‘off-the-job’ training. Training will take place as one-week blocks at our Apprentice Academy in Milton Keynes. We will talk you through this during the application process.

We will support you in gaining Functional Skills in mathematics and English should you require them.

For advice on completing an application, please refer to the advice and guidance here: https://www.ucas.com/further-education/apprenticeships-and-traineeships/applying-apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills

  • Basic mechanical understanding or knowledge
  • Passion and interest in the motor industry
  • Organisational skills
  • Good communication skills

Personal qualities

  • Good team player
  • Attention to detail
  • Punctual
  • Hard working
  • Interest in motor vehicles
  • Team player
  • Self-motivated
  • Attention to detail
  • Enthusiasm to learn
  • Dedicated

Desired qualifications

GCSEs at grades A*-C/9-4 (or equivalent) in:

  • Mathematics
  • English Language

Future prospects

Completing an apprenticeship is just the start of your career at Mercedes-Benz. Examples of some career paths our graduates have taken are:

  • Maintenance, System and Diagnostic Technicians
  • Service Team Leader
  • Service Manager
  • After Sales Manager

Things to consider

Please consider the distance to travel to work and the cost of travel to the place of employment.  Please consider this in relation to the apprenticeship wage.

Please also note that this is a light vehicle Apprenticeship; however, you will be working on vans in a commercial vehicle workshop.

The Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage guide (ANMW): https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates

For updates on the National Living Wage please see: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/national-living-wage-increase-to-protect-workers-living-standards

About the employer

A globally recognised car company

Employer

MOTUS GROUP (UK) LIMITED

Address

Griggs Way

Witham

CM8 1ZR

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Training

Training provider

MERCEDES-BENZ UK LIMITED

Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by Mercedes-Benz (Uk)

Contact

01908 301496 apprentice_recruitment@daimler.com

Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (light vehicle) apprenticeship standard, which includes:

  • Functional skills in English and maths (if applicable)

Apprenticeship standard

Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle)

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please visit the website for full details on the role

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 10 Jun 2022