Autocare Technician Apprentice B.A.BUSH & SON LIMITED

An exciting opportunity to work in one of 25 retail branches at Bush Tyres based in Grimsby. This exciting opportunity will allow you to work not only on repairing and maintaining vehicles you will gain experience and knowledge of hybrid vehicles, air conditioning, parts stock management, customer service, sales and much more.

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Closing date: 26 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,296.00

    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 - Saturday, between 08:30 - 16:30

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    30 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    27 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000158523

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

If you would like to gain experience and knowledge in the following areas to start your career in the motor industry, this is the apprenticeship for you!

Responsibilities will include:

  • Demonstrate expertise, not only on the technical aspects of motor vehicle technology but also in retail, parts and customer service
  • Hybrid / Electric vehicle system and safe working practices
  • Vehicle 4-wheel geometry principles
  • Vehicle systems including battery, charging and air conditioning
  • Tyre maintenance, legislation and technical information
  • Fundamentals of specialist vehicle systems
  • Use a range of tools, measuring and diagnostic equipment to identify and repair similar system faults
  • Experience how the business works and how you contribute to the overall results, demonstrating commercial awareness.

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

  • Delivery of the Level 2 Autocare Technician Apprenticeship Standard; one day per week at the GTA
  • English and maths Functional Skills up to level 1 if required

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship you will have the opportunity to progress onto a light vehicle maintenance apprenticeship standard (level 3 equivalent)

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Team working, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

Travel to work in Grimsby each day and to College in Hessle for one day per week.

About the employer

As a well-established tyre retailer, Bush Tyres has a full range of automotive products available through 25 retail branches and multiple commercial locations. Products and services include car, van, 4×4 and SUV tyres, alloy wheels, exhausts, batteries, brakes, suspension as well as services such as MOTs, Servicing, Air Con and ADAS Calibration at select branches.

Employer

B.A.BUSH & SON LIMITED

Address

Estate Road 1

South Humberside Industrial Estate

Grimsby

DN31 2TB

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Training

Training provider

NORTH HUMBERSIDE MOTOR TRADES GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION

Contact

Rachael Owen

rachael@motortradesgta.org

01482353022

Apprenticeship standard

Autocare technician

Level 2 (GCSE)

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