Vehicle Technician Apprentice

Summary

GBA Group are looking to recruit two outgoing and driven individuals with a genuine interest in the motor trade to join their team. In this role the successful candidates will be responsible for full Vehicle repairs, service, and maintenance whilst under the guidance of expert senior technicians with years’ worth of experience to share.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)

Hours

8.00am - 5.00pm (1hr unpaid lunch). Days to be confirmed.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

3 years

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

The successful candidates will be working at the GBA site based in Grimsby, however the intention would be for all Apprentices to occasionally work at the newly refurbished GBA facility based in nearby Stallingborough - ACT-2, Osborn Road, Stallingborough, Immingham DN41 8DG.

The duties of this role will include:

Ensuring GBA drivers and workshop team are aware of service and repair required
Advising on estimated cost of repairs and work to be undertaken
Advising timescales to repair or maintain
Managing job cards effectively and timely on workshop management system
Ensuring workshop administration are made aware of any additions, amendments or changes to vehicle records or documentation (on or off the vehicle)
Diagnosing faults and carry out testing
Ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with manufacturing guidelines, adheres with DVSA Governance and HSE requirements
Attending vehicle MOT professionally and completing tasks in line with the officials recommendation and adhering to the sites policies
Attending site breakdowns where the company deems financially viable and safe
Carrying out emergency repairs during overtime ‘out of hours’ where the company deems financially viable and safe
Providing Internal and external customers with technical support
Ensuring all repairs, service or maintenance tasks are electronically documented
Ensuring all work carried out in the GBA workshop is documented via a job card
Maintaining a high level of internal and external relations at all times, which includes a professional image and correct use of company branding
Maintaining and updating your individual experience, skills and knowledge through training programmes
Respecting and maintaining all equipment provided and notifying management immediately any faults or risk to health
Maintaining all site and personal tools to a high standard of cleanliness

Where you'll work

ATC 1 (GBA Site), off Armstrong Street,
Pyewipe Road
Grimsby
DN31 2QN

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

TEC PARTNERSHIP

Your training course

Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop. Segregate waste for disposal or recycling. Comply with industry environmental legislation.
Demonstrate due regard for own safety and that of others in the workshop and minimise risk of injury and vehicle damage.
Carry out fundamental tasks associated with removal and replacement procedures on a vehicle.
Obtain diagnostic and repair information.
Interpret diagnostic information and use electrical wiring diagrams to determine system serviceability.
Use a range of diagnostic equipment.
Follow recognised diagnostic procedures, logical diagnostic sequence and apply advanced diagnostic principles and problem-solving techniques to establish faults.
Report faults using company procedures and recommend suitable further actions.
Follow recognised repair procedures to complete a wide range of repairs including those which involve complex procedures, or in depth knowledge.
Test the function of repaired and fitted components.
Adhere to business processes and complete documentation following workplace procedures.
Use ICT to create emails, word-process documents and carry out web based searches.
Complete a range of services and inspect and prepare a vehicle to the required quality standard for handover to the customer.
Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop. Segregate waste for disposal or recycling. Comply with industry environmental legislation.
Demonstrate due regard for own safety and that of others in the workshop and minimise risk of injury and vehicle damage.
Carry out fundamental tasks associated with removal and replacement procedures on a vehicle.
Obtain diagnostic and repair information.
Interpret diagnostic information and use electrical wiring diagrams to determine system serviceability.
Use a range of diagnostic equipment.
Follow recognised diagnostic procedures, logical diagnostic sequence and apply advanced diagnostic principles and problem-solving techniques to establish faults.
Report faults using company procedures and recommend suitable further actions.
Follow recognised repair procedures to complete a wide range of repairs including those which involve complex procedures, or in depth knowledge.
Test the function of repaired and fitted components.
Adhere to business processes and complete documentation following workplace procedures.
Use ICT to create emails, word-process documents and carry out web based searches.
Complete a range of services and inspect and prepare a vehicle to the required quality standard for handover to the customer.

Your training plan

The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated work- based trainer who will provide support and guidance throughout the course.
Before the Standard is met, all apprentices must hold a certificate that meets the EU’s 2014 F-gas regulation.
This Apprenticeship requires attendance for classroom-based sessions once per week at the Grimsby Institute Campus, Nuns Corner, Grimsby, DN345AB.

More training information

Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance (Light) Technician Standard
A bespoke programme of technical and vocational training
Functional skills in maths and English if applicable

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4/C)
Maths (grade 4/C)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Physical fitness

Other requirements

Prior to applying please ensure you are able to get to and from this workplace within the operating hours. Please be aware as the first part of the process you will be asked to complete a Learner Form and online assessments in English and Maths. You will receive one to one Information, Advice and Guidance with one of the Learner Engagement Team.

About this company

GBA Group is a premier provider of automotive logistics solutions, offering comprehensive services in vehicle handling, storage, and repair. With a proven track record and cutting-edge facilities, we manage over 2 million vehicles annually through our integrated port and terminal operations. Situated in the UK, our strategically located facilities ensure efficient processing and supply chain management, guaranteeing timely access to consumer markets. At GBA Group, we prioritize our workforce, providing sustainable employment and fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. Join us and become part of a dynamic team shaping the future of automotive logistics.

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After this apprenticeship

Possible permanent contract upon successful completion of the apprenticeship and further enhanced industry-based training
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TEC PARTNERSHIP

Grimsby Institute Apprenticeship Team

myapprenticeship@grimsby.ac.uk

0800 012 06656

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000328330.

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