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Apprentice Motorcycle Technician - Shipley CRAIGS MOTORCYCLES LTD

An exciting opportunity for an apprentice to work alongside qualified Honda technicians where you will be fully trained in all aspects of maintenance and repair of Motorcycles.

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

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Closing date: 31 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,500.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday (Occasional Saturdays) times to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Nov 2022

  • Date posted

    04 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000062094

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

An exciting opportunity for an apprentice to work alongside qualified Honda technicians where you will be fully trained in all aspects of maintenance and repair of motorcycles from routine servicing to electrical fault diagnostics.

  • You will be an Apprentice service and diagnostic motorcycle technician in a busy workshop environment
  • You will carry out tasks relevant to maintaining and repairing motorcycles
  • To assist qualified technicians with servicing and repairs
  • To observe best work practices, develop and maintain skills levels in all aspects of repair, service and maintenance of motorcycles
  • To maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • To maintain personal standards of dress, cleanliness and hygiene, consistent with the standards laid down by the Company
  • To be responsible for the safety of yourself and others, using protective equipment when required
  • To develop and maintain a thorough and current product knowledge
  • To ensure a consistently high level of quality and workmanship
  • To advise the Workshop Controller or Service Advisor of any additional work necessary on a vehicle during servicing
  • Assistance with any other tasks as required

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Training consists of 17 weeks block training over a 3 year period with the remainder of your time being spent at a Honda retailer where practical training and guidance will be provided
  • You will be working towards an Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3) along with Functional Skills in maths and English at Level 2
  • Honda Challenge Personal Development Programme
  • You will also work towards Honda internal qualifications
  • As part of your training, you will attend our Honda Apprenticeship technical centre in Bracknell for block release training. (Accommodation and transport costs will be covered by your employer)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Possible career progression opportunities include Master Technician, Service or Aftersales Department Management or even Dealership Management.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative, Professional Attitude, Ability to Build Rapport, Self-Motivated, Confident, Adaptable

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Any (Grade A*- C/9 - 4 (or equivalent)) Essential

About the employer

Yorkshire’s number one for New Honda Motorcycles, choice of over 300 new/used motorcycles to choose from and main Honda service centre.

Employer

CRAIGS MOTORCYCLES LTD

Address

12 Otley Road

Shipley

BD17 7SE

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Training

Training provider

RAYTHEON SYSTEMS LIMITED

Contact

Nicole Beaumont

hondaapprenticeships@raytheon.com

01302 837070

Apprenticeship standard

Motorcycle technician (repair and maintenance)

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

All applications need to be submitted via the website www.hondaapprenticeships.co.uk

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

Apply now

Closing date: 31 Oct 2022