Apprentice Light Vehicle Technician VEE W SERVICES LIMITED

Are you wanting to start your career in the automotive industry? S&B are recruiting on behalf of VEE W who are looking to recruit a Light Vehicle Apprentice. The day-to-day role of a light vehicle technician includes carrying out vehicle servicing, diagnosing and repairing faults. Repair work can range from replacing simple parts to solving faults.

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Closing date: 26 May 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,500.00

  • Working week

    Mon – Fri 8:30am till 5pm 30 mins Lunch with 15 min Break

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    3 Years

  • Possible start date

    29 May 2023

  • Date posted

    30 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000127023

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

As an Apprentice you will work alongside a team of experienced Technicians, where you will learn to maintain and repair customers vehicles to a very high standard. On this apprenticeship you will earn while you learn gaining a nationally recognised qualification and a future career. With this apprenticeship the opportunities are endless.

The duties of a Light Vehicle Technician may include:

  • 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

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

Training is delivered in the workplace and via seven weekly college blocks per year at S&B Automotive Academy, you will be assigned a   mentor who will offer support, advice, and guidance by monitoring progress using e-logbook which you will have access to 24/7 365 days a week

As a result, you will receive the following qualification:

  • Level 3 Light Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Standard
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in maths & English (if not already exempt)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

This apprenticeship is the grounding for your future development and there are lots of opportunities to develop your career within our company.

As a company we are committed to providing development and training opportunities to employees.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/c) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/c) Desired

Things to consider

The competition for apprenticeship placements is strong so please ensure your application is tailored to the type of apprenticeship you are applying for, pay attention to presentation, spelling and grammar and include any relevant experience, hobbies/interests or qualifications Applicants should consider the distance required to travel to the employer.

About the employer

Vee W Services Ltd has been an established independent garage for more than 30 years in the Bedminster area of Bristol BS3. Vee W Services is the second generation of a family owned business. Over time we have built up a reputation for being a reliable and trustworthy business offering a high quality dealer level service. We have a loyal customer base built on word of mouth. We have a state of the art modern workshop with 9 ramps and the latest specialist tools.

Employer

VEE W SERVICES LIMITED

Address

UNIT 2

PRINCESS STREET

BEDMINSTER

BS3 4AG

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Training

Training provider

S & B AUTOMOTIVE ACADEMY LIMITED

Contact

David Watts

dwatts@sandbaa.com

07852344136

Apprenticeship standard

Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle)

Level 3 (A level)

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