Belgrave Commercials

Belgrave Commercials

£6.40 per hour

Plymouth and Surrounding Areas

Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service Technician
Published: Dec 06, 2023
Ref: NM204SM

Belgrave Commercials are looking for a Motor Vehicle Service Technician Level 3 to join their busy team in Plympton.

The Apprentices Role

This position involves working as part of a large team under the supervision and support of a fully skilled mechanics. You will also assist in such tasks as completing general vehicle servicing and maintenance tasks such as van and vehicle servicing, cambelt renewal and completing repairs. You will be involved in the service, diagnosis, maintenance and repair of all types of vans & commercial vehicles in our busy repair workshop.
Expectation to work within industry specified repair times when trained.

Duties may include:
Helping with servicing of national fleet vehicles
Assisting in testing and fitting of brakes for various vans and vehicles
Looking at and learning the Software and Diagnostics & Ford IDS- Specialists in Ford Diagnostics Systems
Air Conditioning and Air con recharge
Suspension- book servicing of new and old vans
Batteries- test and checking of these
Lifting of Van engines in and out of vehicles
Anything and Everything to do with Vans from repairing, fixing and servicing, large or small.

Working Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5pm

Wages: £240 per week, based on a 37.5 hour week.

Holiday: 4 weeks plus bank holidays

Welcome to Belgrave Commercials Ltd, we are a leading used van dealer in the south-west, we offer a wide range of used vehicles and all at competitive prices. If you are looking for a second-hand van in the south-west then look no further than Belgrave Commercials Ltd.

Customer service is very important to us and we pride ourselves on keeping our customers happy by offering a helpful, friendly service and answering all of your questions with a smile. If you have any questions relating to our vans and services, call us today to find out how we can help you find your next second-hand van. We always aim to exceed customer expectations, offering a wide choice of used vans available around the south-west area, all at competitive prices.

At Belgrave Commercials Ltd we are renowned for providing premium used vans at outstanding prices. Many of the customers who have bought vans from us in the past return to buy their next used vehicle as our dealership service is second to none.

Our team are experienced, trustworthy and professional – our aim is to offer you the very best value for money on used vans in the south-west.

This garage has had multiple apprenticeships for lot of years now, keen to support more in this specialist van technicians. Has multiple links with other garages for even more opportunities for further development and careers.
With the potential to stay on at the garage and learn how to undertake further qualifications to enable to qualify as specialist vehicle technician.

Skills Required

Good basic hand skills are preferable, however a genuine drive to learn and develop new skills is essential. Honesty, reliability and a positive hardy attitude is also an essential quality for this role. Honesty, reliability, being motivated and focused to learn new skills is essential personal qualities for this role.

Some knowledge or proven experience in the motor trade would be beneficial.

Personal Qualities
A good Level of Fitness
Can work independently and in a team environment
Good listener
Keen to work/ hard worker

Prior Qualifications
A full driving licence would be desirable, and some previous garage experience.
Level 2 Auto Technician qualification or Diploma Level 2 Auto Care
GCSE grades 9 -4 or equivalent is desired, yet not required.

The Apprenticeship in Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service Technician consists of:

Level 3 Motor Vehicle service technician apprenticeship training
Functional Skills ( if required)

As part of the apprenticeship programme, attendance is required at our Skills Group training centre for one day per week. All other aspects of the qualification will be delivered on-site by the employer. You will have regular visits every six to twelve weeks from your designated Skills Group assessor, who will monitor your progress during your apprenticeship training.

To have additional training with LKQ group throughout your career in diesel engines, diagnostics and powertrain to upskill yourself and to have further development in your skills.

I just wanted to say the biggest thank you to Vanessa, my trainer. You have made my journey so much easier, I don’t know what I would have done without you. You have been amazing and helped me to achieve my qualification. You’ve guided me through every step of the way, I really appreciate it, Vanessa, you have been my rock.

Katie Shorland, Level 2 Hairdressing

I always struggled in school as I wasn’t very academic, so knew learning on the job would be a better option for me. I would find it difficult to get up for 9am but now I wake up and look forward to my day. I wanted to try a hair apprenticeship as I’ve always been interested in hairdressing, and by the end of the first week, I already loved it!

Jaimee Benson, Level 2 Hairdressing

I have developed a range of new skills through work including the technical, industry skills required for the job, to personal development such as ensuring I am always on time. The biggest change since leaving school is adjusting to the independence you gain from earning a salary. My advice to anyone thinking of doing an apprenticeship would be find what you like doing, and go for it!

Will Birch, Level 2 Bricklaying

Since starting the apprenticeship, I’ve become far more confident. In a classroom, you only interact with your classmates, but through working you develop your people skills as you interact with customers on a daily basis. At school, you are closely monitored and parented, however I am now more independent and feel grown up

Sam Collard, Level 2 Light Vehicle and Maintenance Repair

The most important thing I’ve learnt since leaving school is that there are other routes to success than just academia. I failed my GCSEs, as I never suited the school environment. Now though, I’m really enjoying my apprenticeship as I’ve discovered I learn more through hands-on practice.

Ben Freeman, Level 2 Carpentry

I would just like to thank you and your team for all the amazing work they do, you have provided me with the most invaluable experience which has helped to pave the way of my future. The work you do for young people is incredible!

Luke Kowalski, Teaching Assistant and former apprentice at Sir Robert Gefferys School