JCT600 Volkswagen Van Centre Hull Service Technician Apprenticeship in Hessle

Overview

• £7.55 per hour • Apprenticeship - Level 3 • Saxon Way, Hessle HU13 9PB, UK

Responsibilities

• Use of diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults.
• Testing of parts and systems to ensure correct working.
• Following checklists to ensure all critical parts of vehicles are examined.
• Carrying out bumper to bumper overview, service, and inspection.
• Maintenance of electronic systems including on board entertainment systems.
• Undertaking repair and maintenance of vehicle parts including clutches, gearboxes, tyres, brakes, and suspension.
• Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for customers and centre records.
• Maintenance of a clean and tidy work environment.

You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of products including traditional, hybrid and electronic engines. From heritage vehicles to leading edge modern technology, the range will provide you with a varied technical training experience to build your skills as a Service Technician/Mechanic.

Training and progression

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship. Training provided — Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre. Successful applicants must be prepared to travel to the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre, in Milton Keynes, to complete their apprenticeship training. All training-related costs are fully covered as part of the programme, including travel, accommodation, and meals. In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre. As an apprentice, you will also have the opportunity to attend Outward Bound, a personal development week which supports developing resilience, confidence, and teamwork skills. This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications.

Qualifications Received

On successful completion of the three-year programme, you will receive the following:

• Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle)
• Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
• Brand specific certifications

Future prospects

Volkswagen Group (VWG) is one of the UK’s largest car retailers encompassing premium brands such as Audi, Bentley, SEAT, ŠKODA, Volkswagen, TPS, Volkswagen Group Paint and Body and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. This network of retailers spans the UK, providing a wide range of career opportunities. Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey and have the opportunity to drive your career forward. Some apprentices have progressed to team leaders and managers within the retail network or joined our team at Head Office in Milton Keynes.

Qualifications Required

General requirements GCSE grades 9 – 4 (A – C) or equivalent in English, Maths and Science. In Scotland, applicants must have or be predicted to achieve Scottish National 5 Grades A – C or above in English, Maths and either a Science or Technical subject.

Equivalent Grades Include

• BTEC first diplomas and certificates
• OCR Nationals
• Key Skills Level 2
• NVQs
• Essential Skills (Wales)
• Functional Skills Level 2
• Core Skills (Scotland)

We accept predicted grades and conditional offers can be made based on predicted grades.

Personal qualities

Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate skills in logic and problem solving. You should be someone who pays attention to detail and is committed to completing this three year training programme.

About

We are looking for people who are passionate about our industry and our brand. Personal skills to show in your application include:

• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
• Teamwork
• Strong communication
• Customer Service
• Interest in vehicle engineering

Things to consider

As part of our commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, all applications are anonymised by our recruitment system to realise an inclusive workforce and appoint based on talent, skills and experiences. English and Maths guidance changed on 11 February 2025. This employer supports upskilling in English and Maths by exception; entry grade criteria as advertised still applies. The closing date for this vacancy is 6 March 2026. Interviews are expected to be held the week commencing 6 March 2026. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. Please do not contact the retailer directly. Inspiro Learning carries out the full recruitment service for this employer. Due to the high number of applications, we cannot provide a timescale on when you are likely to receive a response. We will contact you if you are successful at progressing to the next step. If you have not heard back on a specific vacancy but find another opportunity, an additional application is welcome.

Application instructions

To be considered, complete an online application via the link listed. Your application will be forwarded to our specialist recruitment team, who will guide you through the next stages if you are successful.