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Service & Maintenance L2 Technician apprenticeship BILL LOMAS MOTOR SERVICES LTD

Bill Lomas Motor Services would like an honest, reliable and a motivated individual with a genuine interest in motor mechanics to join their team. The role will include learning tasks such as the replacement of tires and exhausts, together with general servicing and maintenance tasks including assisting with MOT testing and vehicle preparation

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Closing date: 14 Mar 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    Hourly wage will be reviewed during regular employer apprentice performance reviews and increased accordingly.

    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

    Monday to Friday, exact shift times to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    28 Mar 2023

  • Date posted

    13 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000096672

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties will include while being supervised:

  • Basic general engine servicing
  • Completing visual mechanical inspections
  • Complete brake system checks and part replacements
  • Shadowing of experienced technician with complexed tasks and MOT repairs

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

Level 2 Autocare Technician Apprenticeship Standard 

  • Functional Skills in English and maths (if applicable)

As an apprentice, you will attend Skills Group one day per week at our facilities in Plympton. The remainder of your working week will be spent with your employer, gaining relevant knowledge and experience for the role.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

On successful completion of the Level 2 Programme, there may be an opportunity for you to progress onto your Level 3, and work towards MOT tester qualifications.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade D/3) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade D/3) Desired

Things to consider

This employer is looking for an applicant either from the local area or with their own transport. The candidate must also have a genuine interest in motor mechanics and be motivated to learn and achieve the apprenticeship qualification.

About the employer

Bill Lomas Motor Services in Ivybridge have been trading for over 25 years. Headed by top mechanic Bill, the team of 5 has a combined experience of well over 50 years in the car service industry. They offer the public a variety of services including Mot testing, General servicing and repairs on all makes of vehicles, in addition to this they also offer a break down recovery service. This company has recently completed an expansion which has led to this apprenticeship opportunity.

Employer

BILL LOMAS MOTOR SERVICES LTD

Address

29 TREHILL ROAD

IVYBRIDGE

PL21 0AZ

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Training

Training provider

SKILLS TO GROUP LIMITED

Contact

Skills Group Ltd

enquiries@skillsgroupuk.com

01752 332442

Apprenticeship standard

Autocare technician

Level 2 (GCSE)

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