Apprentice Autocare Technician - Volvo

Do you want to start your apprenticeship with an Ofsted graded ‘Outstanding’ Academy? This is an exciting role with first‑class training and outstanding long term career prospects. Stoneacre Academy has been graded Outstanding by Ofsted and your training is carried out in our state‑of‑the‑art Technical Training Centres. The comprehensive training programme provides you with hands on experience while we develop your knowledge and skills to help you achieve the industry recognised qualifications – Autocare Level 2, FGas Refrigerant Handling Level 3 and an Electric Vehicle qualification. At Stoneacre Motor Group you get paid and receive direct experience, developing your knowledge and skills to progress along your career path, where you can achieve the Light Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3.

Job Purpose

• To assist in the repairs, routine maintenance, and service of vehicles to a consistently high standard.
• To attend all relevant training and academy courses as required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Excellent communication skills and enthusiasm about the motor industry.
• A forward‑thinking individual keen to learn new skills and knowledge.
• A ‘can‑do’ attitude, polite and courteous.
• Ability to develop productive and cooperative relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Approach sensitive situations with consideration for others and work to achieve constructive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Under supervision, carry out work on vehicles in accordance with the manufacturer’s procedures.
• Ensure all work carried out is completed accurately and to the customer’s satisfaction.
• Report any additional work found during repair/inspection using the correct procedures.
• Accurately complete job cards and reports, including written descriptions of faults found or repairs completed.
• Comply with the company’s working practices and procedures.
• Ensure all work is carried out observing safe working practices of self and others.
• Undertake training as agreed by the manager/academy.
• Ensure that own tools and tools of the company are kept clean and maintained in a serviceable condition.
• Advise the Service Advisors and customers about required repairs.
• Identify and procure correct parts to meet specific customer requirements.
• Demonstrate technical expertise in the practical and theoretical aspects of vehicle systems.
• Work towards achieving a qualification in Electric Vehicle and then progress onto further Electric Vehicle training.
• Inspect vehicles and complete allocated work efficiently and accurately, supported by the effective use of relevant tools and technology.
• Align with the Stoneacre brand values and demonstrate these in behaviours and approach to people and tasks.
• Display honesty and integrity in everything they do.
• Inspect, remove and repair tyres, exhausts, shock absorbers, brakes, filters, and batteries.
• Deliver a high level of customer service to all colleagues and customers.

Entry Requirements

• GCSE A‑C or 9‑4 in Maths and English or equivalent.
• Predicted grades.
• Length of provision: 27 months apprentice programme.

What’s in it for you

• Monday to Friday.
• Onsite parking.
• Employee discount scheme on high street shops, restaurants, cinemas, and holidays.
• Additional holidays with long service.
• Access to health and wellbeing advice.
• Outstanding training programme including additional national priority qualifications.

Future Prospects

• 97% of our apprentices have progressed onto full time employment.
• 36% of our apprentices are now in senior roles and management positions.
• We will provide full uniform and PPE.
• Further progression within the group is available with our strong Continuous training programmes in place.

Stoneacre Motor Group are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where our employees can thrive by being themselves.

The Company

Originally founded in 1994, Stoneacre is a family-owned business that has progressively grown to become one of the UK’s fastest-growing and most successful car dealer groups. We operate from 64 locations across England and Wales, have 137 franchise sales points representing 27 manufacturers. Specialising in the sale of new and used cars, as well as commercial vehicles, the group also offers servicing, parts and bodyshop facilities. We currently have over 2,750 dedicated members of the Stoneacre team who share our dedication and passion to provide complete customer satisfaction. We are committed to developing our people, as we know it’s the best investment we can make.

The Benefits

• Discounts on servicing and repairs.
• Training & Development.
• Wellness programme.