At a Glance
- Tasks: Learn vehicle repair and maintenance in a hands-on workshop environment.
- Company: Join a family-run automotive business with over 25 years of experience.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn, with 22 days holiday and competitive apprenticeship wage.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Kickstart your automotive career with dedicated mentors and real-world experience.
- Qualifications: GCSE 4/Level 2 in Maths and English required; passion for learning essential.
The predicted salary is between 33300 - 40700 £ per year.
Location: Ponthir Rd, Newport NP18 3XL
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm
Salary: National Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
Holiday: 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Apprenticeship: Level 2 Light Vehicle maintenance and Repair Apprentice Technician
Training provider: GTG Training
About Ponthir Group
Ponthir Group is a well-established, family-run automotive business with more than 25 years of experience in the motor industry. Operating as a franchised dealer for Renault, Dacia and Suzuki, Ponthir Group also provides vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs across a wide range of cars and vans. The business is committed to investing in its facilities, its people and the development of the next generation of technicians.
They are now looking for an enthusiastic Light Vehicle maintenance and Repair Technician apprentice to join their experienced workshop team.
About the apprenticeship
GTG Training are recruiting for a Light Vehicle maintenance and Repair Technician apprentice on behalf of Ponthir Group. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who are ready to advance their career within the automotive industry. The Apprenticeship Programmes allow apprentices to work full time and earn while they learn putting theory into practice within a training environment. You will train through GTG Wolverhampton, by attending block release training weeks, to achieve a Level 2 Light Vehicle maintenance and Repair Technician qualification. Regular assessment and reviews will be undertaken within the apprentice's own workplace which aims to ensure you have the required skills to successfully complete your apprenticeship.
What Might a Typical Day in this Job look like?
You will be based within the garage workshop and will be involved in learning all aspects of vehicle repair and maintenance, including vehicle servicing, MOT preparation, removal, replacement and overhaul of major components and electrical fault diagnostics.
Examples of the units covered are:
- Materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment
- Inspection of light vehicles
- Diagnosing and rectifying chassis units and components
- Diagnosing and rectifying vehicle engines and component faults
- Ensuring your own actions reduce risks to health and safety
- Contributing to workplace good housekeeping
What will I learn?
Regular assessment and reviews will be undertaken within the apprentice's own workplace with dedicated mentors from GTG and the apprentice’s workplace, which aims to ensure you have the required skills to successfully complete your apprenticeship.
What qualifications or qualities are required?
GCSE 4/Level 2 or above in Maths, English
What personal qualities are required?
We are looking for candidates who want to kickstart their career in the automotive industry and who are keen to learn. You must be dedicated and have a proactive approach to your work and learning. You are able to prioritise and work to timelines. A willingness to work in a practical environment using your own initiative. A full UK Driving licence is not essential but preferred.
If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. Applications will be considered as they are received and therefore adverts may close early due to high volume.
Light Vehicle maintenance and repair Apprenticeship in Newport employer: GTG Training Limited
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