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BCS Light Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) GREAT COATES MOTORS LIMITED

The Bosch Apprenticeship Programme are looking for Apprentice technicians that share our passion for automotive technology and our belief in service excellence.

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Closing date: 01 Nov 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    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

    40 hours between 8am-6pm Mon - Sat

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    3 Years

  • Possible start date

    03 Nov 2022

  • Date posted

    12 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000064674

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

At BCS we ensure that no-one is better qualified to look after our customers vehicles.
Our Apprentice Technicians will be trained to industry standards and have access to regular support and technical information.
You will be responsible for the diagnosis, repair, and service of the full range of vehicles.
Key Duties:
Duties to include:
Perform maintenance and provide customer support
Diagnose problems and come up with solutions to repair them
Order parts needed for repairs if needed
Fill out detailed reports and keep records on services that have been performed
Explain issues with equipment and repairs to customers
Build and maintain relationships with customers

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

This is a Motor Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship, delivered by Bosch Automotive Service Solutions. Training is delivered on a block release basis at the Bosch Training School in Doncaster. This means your college based training will be delivered away from home and you will be required to stay in a hotel for 17 separate weeks (Mon – Fri) over the 3 year duration of the course. All associated costs for training are met by the employer/the programme and there will be no cost to yourself/your parents or guardians. Assessments will also be conducted in the work place by a dedicated training assessor. You will also be assigned a workplace mentor for support in dealership. As a result you will receive the following qualification:

• Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) Level 3

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Permanent role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4) Essential

About the employer

Great Coates Motors was founded in 1972 and will be fifty years old in 2022.The business has gown from a small garage in Great Coates village to a large, modern facility on the South Humberside Industrial Estate in Grimsby.Owner and managing director Allan McCartney has continued to develop and expand the services available to Great Coates Motors customers which now extend to service and repairs to cars,vans and motor homes.

Employer

GREAT COATES MOTORS LIMITED

Address

Unit 4

Grimsby

DN31 2TG

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Training

Training provider

BOSCH AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE SOLUTIONS LTD

Apprenticeship standard

Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle)

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply, you must register with GetMyFirstJob and then follow the instructions to complete your application.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 01 Nov 2022