Motorcycle Technician apprenticeship - Colchester

G H MOTORCYCLES LTD

COLCHESTER (CO1 2LY)

Closes on Friday 29 May 2026

Posted on 15 April 2026

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Summary

We are seeking a committed and energetic Motorcycle Apprentice to join our workshop. In this role, you will work alongside experienced technicians helping to repair, service and customise motorcycles. It’s a hands-on learning position designed for someone who is eager to master the trade from the ground up.

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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* Please note that anyone under the age of 18 will only work a maximum of 40 hours per week.

 

Training course
Motorcycle technician (repair and maintenance) (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, times to be confirmed.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 June 2026

Duration

3 years

Positions available

1

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

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with routine maintenance (oil changes, brake checks, tyre fitting, etc.)
  • Help dismantle, clean, inspect and reassemble motorcycle components
  • Support in diagnostics and identifying mechanical or electrical faults
  • Aid in custom fabrication and fitting parts as required
  • Maintain a safe, clean and organised work area
  • Learn and apply good workshop practices and safety standards

What We’re Looking For:

  • Genuine interest in motorcycles and custom builds
  • Mechanical aptitude; some hands-on experience (even if personal project or hobby work) is a plus
  • Good attitude: reliable, punctual, willing to learn
  • Ability to follow instructions and work well in a team
  • Basic understanding of mechanical/electrical systems desirable
  • Valid driving licence; motorcycle licence a bonus

What You’ll Get:

  • Structured apprenticeship learning under skilled technicians
  • Exposure to custom builds, maintenance, fabrication and diagnostics
  • Opportunities for ongoing training and skill development
  • A supportive, team-focused workshop environment
  • Competitive apprentice compensation

Where you'll work

1 CHALLENGE WAY
COLCHESTER
CO1 2LY

Training

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

Training provider

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

Training course

Motorcycle technician (repair and maintenance) (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Perform the fundamental engineering tasks which most procedures include, such as: cutting, drilling, filing, removing and replacing bolts, screws and clips, replacing seals, extracting damaged fasteners and using fabrication skills
  • Assist in upholding high standards of safety and efficiency in the workshop, adhere to the requisite business processes (e.g. environmental awareness, health and safety practices, record keeping, and customer contact) and standard workshop
  • Safely secure motorcycles to ramps and use specialised supporting stands in order to remove road wheels and major components, including: brake systems, suspension and drive (chain, belt or drive shaft)
  • Successfully inspect and prepare a motorcycle to the required quality standard for handover to the customer e.g. following a service, complex repair, pre-delivery inspection by checking work against
  • Service and maintain motorcycles in line with manufacturer specifications logged in manuals and online
  • Remove, repair and replace components in line with manufacturers defined instruction
  • Use diagnostic methods, mechanical and electrical measuring tools and equipment to check compliance and rectify faults
  • Investigate symptoms of motorcycle fault(s) and identify the underlying causes prior to repair
  • Access specific information e.g. motorcycle repair information, wiring diagrams, maintenance tables, technical production information, safety recalls
  • Apply advanced diagnostic principles, logical problem-solving techniques and complex

Training schedule

Throughout the duration of the programme, candidates will be expected to travel to EMTEC's training centre in Nottingham for 24 separate 1-week blocks to carry out skills training. Residential accommodation and meals will be provided. 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 9-4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative

About this employer

The business was started over 39 years ago, by the current managing director, Gavin Hockey after finishing his schoolboy motocross career. The budding new business initially focused on the small bike learner market and expanded over the years to specialise in off-road motorcycles including Yamaha.

https://ghmotorcycles.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

There is high potential for a permanent role with the organisation upon successful completion of your apprenticeship with room for progression.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000024972.

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Closes on Friday 29 May 2026