Apprentice Car Service Technician - Bushey Heath CROWN MOTORS BUSHEY HEATH (DISTRIBUTORS) LTD

Working in a bustling Honda Dealership as an Apprentice Service Technician this position offers a great opportunity to work for a leading retailer whilst obtaining industry and nationally recognised qualifications. Duties will include carrying out servicing of cars, diagnosis of faults, repairs and general workshop maintenance.

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

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Closing date: 30 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    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 - Friday (Occasional Saturdays) times to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    03 Jul 2023

  • Date posted

    28 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000159152

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

An exciting opportunity for an apprentice to work alongside qualified Honda technicians where you will be fully trained in all aspects of maintenance and repair of cars, from routine servicing to electrical fault diagnostics.

  • You will be an Apprentice service and diagnostic car technician in a busy workshop environment
  • You will carry out tasks relevant to maintaining and repairing cars
  • To assist qualified technicians with servicing and repairs
  • To observe best work practices, develop and maintain skills levels in all aspects of repair, service and maintenance of cars
  • To maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • To maintain personal standards of dress, cleanliness and hygiene, consistent with the standards laid down by the Company
  • To be responsible for the safety of yourself and others, using protective equipment when required
  • To develop and maintain a thorough and current product knowledge
  • To ensure a consistently high level of quality and expertise
  • To advise the Workshop Controller or Service Advisor of any additional work necessary on a vehicle during servicing
  • Assistance with any other tasks as required

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

  • Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle)
    Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
  • Training consists of 17 weeks 3-year-training over a 3-year period, with the remainder of your time being spent at a Honda retailer where practical training and guidance will be provided
  • You will be working towards an Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3) along with Functional Skills in Maths and English at Level 2
  • Honda Challenge Personal Development Programme
  • You will also work towards Honda internal qualifications
  • As part of your training, you will attend our Honda Apprenticeship technical centre in Bracknell for block release training. (Accommodation and transport costs will be covered by your employer)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Possible career progression opportunities include Master Technician, Service or Aftersales Department Management or even Dealership Management.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative, Professional Attitude, Ability to Build Rapport, Self-Motivated, Confident, Adaptable

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Any (Grade Grade A*-C/9-4 or equivalent) Essential

About the employer

Welcome to Crown Honda, a family-run business with new and used car dealerships and service centres in Hendon, North London and Bushey Heath, Watford. Over the past 20 years, we have built up a reputation for a friendly but professional service, provided by our expert team. Our Company Directors, Tim and Lee, will always be seen on the ‘shop floor’ and are fully involved in the day-to-day running of the business. The company slogan is “Exceeding Expectations” and this is what we strive to achieve in everything we do. Whether it’s the quality of your cup of coffee, or the preparation of your used car, or the complimentary clean after a service, the end goal is always the same, to exceed your expectations. Please come and see us and let us make you that coffee.

Employer

CROWN MOTORS BUSHEY HEATH (DISTRIBUTORS) LTD

Address

46-52 HIGH ROAD

BUSHEY HEATH

BUSHEY

WD23 1GQ

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Training

Training provider

RAYTHEON SYSTEMS LIMITED

Contact

Nicole Beaumont

hondaapprenticeships@raytheon.com

01302 837070

Apprenticeship standard

Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle)

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

All applications need to be submitted via the website www.hondaapprenticeships.co.uk

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

Apply now

Closing date: 30 Jun 2023