Light Vehicle Apprentice - Gillingham SMC Ford
An exciting opportunity for an apprentice to work alongside qualified technicians where you will be fully trained in all aspects of maintenance and repair of light vehicles from routine servicing to electrical fault diagnostics, observing and assisting technicians and MOT’s.
Closing date: 31 Mar 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£11,000.00
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Working week
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm (To be confirmed with the employer).
Total hours per week: 40.0
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Expected duration
30 Months
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Possible start date
01 Apr 2023
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Date posted
26 Jan 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000126476
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
- Servicing
- MOT’s
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Observing and assisting technicians
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Motor Vehicle Level 3 qualification
- Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end-point assessment
- Servicing - working to manufacturer servicing guidelines to ensure vehicle running at optimum performance
- Maintenance - replacing parts that have wear and tear before they fail
- Repair - diagnosing the reason for vehicle failure and fixing the problem
Before the Standard is met, all apprentices must hold a certificate that meets the EU’s 2014 F-gas regulation.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
- A full time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of responsibility including a service manager, master technician and dealership principles. The opportunities are endless. By having a highly regarded set of skills, apprentices can go on to develop their career within the specific interests they may have, progressing through their dealership and be an asset to Ford Motor Company
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
About the employer
Employer
SMC Ford
Address
161-169 Pier Rd
Gillingham
ME7 1AF
Training
Training provider
SKILLNET LIMITED
Contact
Hannah Edwards
Hannah.edwards@skillnet.org.uk
01923 216165
Apprenticeship standard
Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle)
Level 3 (A level)
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