Apprentice Vehicle Mechanic

Vacancy ID: 9114

Apprenticeship Route:

Foundation Apprenticeship in Light Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (Level 2). Find out more about this route here.

Sector:

Automotive, Transport and Logistics

Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours per week

Pay:

Apprenticeship rate entitlement for first year of the apprenticeship, National Minimum Wage rate entitlement thereafter. Find out more about rates of pay here.

Daily Duties:

Duties will include learning how to perform maintenance and servicing on commercial and light vehicles. You will have involvement with the maintenance and replacement of all manner of vehicle components. Other duties will be undertaken such as maintaining a clean and tidy work area, adhering to health and safety practices, general housekeeping to ensure safe working environment. Whilst in full-time employment you will undertake the following qualifications:

• VCQ Diploma in Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Competence (7270 series)
• VRQ Diploma in Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles (7290 series)
• Essential Skills in Application of Number, Communication and Digital Literacy

Personal Qualities:

• Self-motivated.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Have a passion for the industry and be eager to qualify.
• Enthusiastic about cars.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Previous experience either as a hobby or study is an advantage.
• Must be able to travel to the XR Training Centre in Pyle once a month for mandatory off-the-job training.
• Ability to drive desirable but not essential.

Interview Arrangements:

XR Training recruits apprentices on behalf of employers. We aim to make our recruitment process as smooth as possible for both potential apprentices and employers, acting as the facilitator for both parties.

Our Business Development team reviews applications received every day, and checks them against employer’s needs. Suitable applications are forwarded to employers for their review, at which point they are under consideration for interview. All interviews will occur at the employer’s premises, however you may be invited to an informal interview at the training centre. This would be to ensure suitability for the apprenticeship programme. If you are selected for interview, a member of our Business Development team will contact you by telephone with details.