Kia Apprentice Light Vehicle Technician - Lookers Newcastle

Work

Lookers are proud to present our Jumpstart Apprenticeship Programme. During your apprenticeship with us, you’ll gain hands on experience from day one and have the chance to earn while you learn. You’ll become part of our nationwide network of apprentices with all the support and training you need to get your career off to a flying start.

Are you aged 16 or over and looking to kick-start your career within the automotive industry? Are you ready to gets hands on with one of the top three motor retailers in the UK? Then this could be the apprenticeship for you…

Our technicians play a vital role within our Aftersales team by delivering first class customer service every time. We want you to be part of our success.

What you’ll do at work

• Testing of parts and systems to ensure correct working.
• Undertaking repair and maintenance of vehicle parts including clutches, gearboxes, tyres, brakes, and suspension.
• Maintenance of electronic systems including on board entertainment systems
• Carrying out bumper to bumper overview, service, and inspection.
• Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard.

Where you’ll work

Lookers Kia

Training

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 centres. In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained while on programme with us.

College or training organisation

SKILLNET LIMITED

Your training course

Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 2&3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Your training plan

The Apprenticeship Programme is delivered via Block Training Release at the state-of-the-art Kia Academy in Derby, as well as 1-1 tutor support in the dealership. Every 6-8 weeks apprentices will attend the Kia Academy for block training release.

Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3 (light vehicle) Qualification:

• Servicing - working to manufacturer servicing guidelines to ensure the vehicle running at optimum performance
• Maintenance - replacing parts that have wear and tear before they fail
• Repair - diagnosing the reason for vehicle failure and fixing the problem

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

• English (grade 4 or above)
• Maths (grade 4 or above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Desired Skills

We are looking for people who are passionate about our industry and our brand.

You’ll be someone who pays extra attention to detail, eager to learn and fully committed to completing this three-year training programme.

• Good levels of literacy and numeracy.
• Strong communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and listen to instructions.
• Ability to build good relationships with colleagues across the business.
• Ability to ask questions and learn quickly on the job
• Willingness to use your own initiative.

Why Lookers?

We firmly believe that our colleagues are our most valuable asset. We value the commitment they make to our business which is why we provide an industry leading rewards and benefits package via Choices;

• Generous annual leave that increases with length of service
• Eligibility to join our cycle to work scheme
• Health and mental wellbeing support via Smart Health & MyStrength
• Discounted shopping vouchers
• Stream a portion of your salary that you’ve already earned before pay day via our My View Pay Now app

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £7.55 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person