Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Service Technician/Mechanic apprentice, working with vehicles that use some of the most advanced technologies in the world. As a team member in our prestigious retailer, you will be involved in all aspects of vehicle maintenance from routine services to complex diagnostics and repairs.

Our apprenticeship is geared toward training the next generation of fully-fledged Service Technicians/Mechanics. But what does a Service Technician/Mechanic do?

Service Technicians/Mechanics service and repair light vehicles such as cars up to 3.5 tonnes. Service Technicians/Mechanics are trained in all areas of vehicle mechanics and electronics, from engine and exhaust systems to air conditioning and security features.

The duties of a Service Technician/Mechanic may include:

• Servicing vehicles - carrying out checks and maintenance according to the manufacturers’ guidelines
• Repairing and replacing faulty parts and components
• Advising the Service Receptionists about required repairs
• Producing time estimates
• Maintaining repair and service records

Please note, the Service Technician/Mechanic role varies slightly by employer based upon the specific needs within the location.

We are looking for people with an interest in engineering and technology to thrive in this role. While full technical training will be provided, desired skills include problem solving, attention to detail and an aptitude for applied logic.

Application numbers for the JLR retail apprenticeship programme are high so we're looking for you to demonstrate why you stand out from the crowd. We're not looking for the finished article; rather we want to identify those people that are ambitious and demonstrate a willingness to learn, who are excited by the prospect of working with our fantastic, technologically advanced vehicles and really engage in the recruitment process.

Key personal skills to demonstrate include:

• A willingness to learn
• Teamwork
• Engineering interest
• Quality focus
• Personal responsibility and resilience

Employment

Employer

JLR is the UK's largest automotive manufacturer, built around two iconic British car brands: Land Rover, the world’s leading manufacturer of premium all-wheel drive vehicles; and Jaguar, one of the world’s premier luxury sports saloon and sports car marques. The company employs almost 38,000 people globally and supports around 275,000 more through our retailers, suppliers, and local businesses. We are looking for people who share our passion to join our highly successful retail apprenticeship programme. We recognise the importance in identifying talented people to become the next generation of professional retail employees and help us achieve our ambitious growth plans.

Training Provider

Training To Be Provided

Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician - light vehicle - Level 3.

How To Apply

To learn more about this apprenticeship vacancy, and for instructions on how to apply, please view the vacancy on the GOV.UK Find An Apprenticeship Service.