Plymouth Trade Centre

Plymouth Trade Centre are looking to employ an Autocare Technician to work at their Service Centre in Plymouth.

The Apprentices Role

The role will include learning tasks such as the replacement of tires and exhausts, together with general servicing and maintenance tasks including assisting with MOT testing and vehicle preparation. You will be supervised at all times by a fully qualified member of staff who will introduce you to the specialist tools and equipment involved in this role, ranging from basic hand tools to power tools and measuring equipment including tyre changing machines.

Duties may include:

Changing brakes
Oil and filter changes
Clutch repairs
Full engine diagnostics
Cylinder head replacement
Suspension work plus numerous other jobs

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, timings TBC.

Wages: £256 per week. Any overtime above the 40 hours per week, will be paid at the appropriate national minimum wage depending on age.

Holiday: 28 days holiday entitlement (including bank holidays) will be paid each year, during the course of your apprenticeship.

Contact Details: If you have any queries please contact us on either this email address apprenticeships@skillsgroupuk.com or call us on 01752 964960.

Their brand new fully equipped service centre is based at 36 Sutton Road, Plymouth.

They have 3 repair ramps and a fully operational MOT bay with a very welcoming service reception with a MOT viewing area. They have a team of fully qualified and experienced technicians on hand to assist with any of your motoring needs and customer service advisor who will always be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Services they offer:

MOT’s
Servicing
Diagnostics
Repair work
Air conditioning
Nationwide parts guarantee
Quality brand new parts used

On completion of your Level 2 apprenticeship with the company, an opportunity to progress onto a Level 3 qualification may be available for the right candidate.

Skills Required

The ideal candidate will require good hand skills and a genuine interest in learning the mechanics of motor vehicles.

The successful apprentice will have good coordination skills and a focused approach to the job in hand. You must also have good communication skills as you will need to work as part of a team as well as using your initiative.

Personal Qualities

You will be keen, motivated and enjoy getting hands on in the work place. A willingness to learn new skills in this area is also essential

Good house keeping and excellent time keeping and attendance are also a must.

Prior Qualifications

Qualifications desired for this role include GCSE's grades A – E in Maths and English, or equivalent qualifications.

The Apprenticeship in Autocare Technician consists of:

Level 2 Standard Autocare Technician
Functional Skills

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.