Motorcycle Technician Apprentice HARLEY DAVIDSON

The role will require you to interact with our customers so, standard service is simply not enough. You will genuinely want to take ownership of their needs, wants and desires and you’ll want to get fully involved with dealership events and rides both on and off site. We live and breathe Motorcycles to us this is far more than just a place of work!

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Closing date: 15 Jan 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,168.00

    • 22 days holiday rising with service, plus bank holidays • Employee Assistance Programme • Generous Staff discounts • Ongoing support with LIND Training and Development

  • Working week

    Tuesday to Saturday, half hour lunch, with 2 x 15-minutes breaks, working hours TBC

    Total hours per week: 39.0

  • Expected duration

    39 Months

  • Possible start date

    20 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    22 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000200511

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Reporting to the aftersales manager
  • Direct Interaction with our customers
  • Servicing and repairing Harley-Davidson motorcycles
  • Carry out health checks
  • Achieve maximum personal efficiency
  • Achieve daily sold hours target

The training you will be getting

Candidates will work towards achieving the Light Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship Standard at level 3. They will also be required to study towards achieving level 2 maths and English functional skills if they do not already hold equivalent qualifications.

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/motorcycle-technician-repair-and-maintenance-v1-1

The programme lasts for 39-months. The training incorporates underpinning knowledge in partnership and managed by EMTEC Colleges. Throughout the duration of the programme the candidates will be expected to travel to EMTEC’s training centre in Nottingham for 24 separate weeks to carry out skills training.

Regular visits to the dealership from EMTEC Vocational Learning Advisors will take place, who will observe all evidence opportunities that occur naturally in the workplace. Candidates will be expected to engage in self-directed learning outside of normal working hours, which will be monitored and tracked through an online e-portal. The apprentice, employer and provider are required to maintain a log book that captures progress over the programme.

Assessment Includes: On-going assessment of soft skills and behaviours, a behaviour assessment, Knowledge and understanding tests at the end of Gateway 1 and 2, Skills tests at the end of Gateway 1 and 2.

This is followed by the synoptic assessment, of which there are four components:

  • Logbook (final year review to assess apprentice’s progress)
  • Behaviour Assessment
  • Knowledge Test (an in-depth, online test exploring knowledge/understanding of the apprentice) 
  • Skills Test (two-day practical examination of the skills of the apprentice)

Each apprentice will achieve the following:

  • MOTORCYCLE TECHNICIAN (REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE) Standard - Level 3         

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Possible permanent position on the completion of the apprenticeship.

Further opportunities to develop career to become a fully qualified technician.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths/English (Grade 4/C or above) Essential

Things to consider

The candidate must be available to start as soon as possible and be able to travel to the workplace according to the working hours. The candidate must be able to attend the block release training weeks in Nottingham. The current National Minimum Wage (NMW) rate for apprentices is £5.28 per hour. This applies to 16-18year old apprentices and those aged over 18 in the first year of their Apprenticeship. For all other apprentices, the National Minimum wage appropriate to their age applies. The Minimum Wage for Apprentices applies to time spent on the job plus time spent training. * Please note that anyone under the age of 18 will only work a maximum of 40 hours per week. Any role which exceeds these hours on advert will be amended accordingly to fall in line with the legislation * Please note that if the successful applicant is found prior to the closing date the vacancy maybe withdrawn early

About the employer

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Motorcycle Mechanic / Technician to join our long serving and highly experienced team at Harley-Davidson in Norwich. This is an ideal role for someone wishing to develop their career and benefit from full manufacturer technician training

Employer

HARLEY DAVIDSON

Address

Oaks Drive

Newmarket

CB8 7SX

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Training

Training provider

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Motorcycle technician (repair and maintenance)

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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