Autocare Technician
Hampshire Vehicle Repairs
Daedalus, Lee-On-The-Solent
£6.40-11.44 per hour (age dependant), Monday-Friday 8:30-5:30pm with an hour lunch, 40 hours a week
We are an established garage since 1969, which is now trading over three sites, and proud to be high ranking members of the Good Garage Scheme. The premises at Daedalus has expanded over the last 4 years and now includes HVR Customs (VW conversions).
You will carry out the below whilst being supervised by qualified mechanics, these are some of the duties you will shadow on:
- Advise customers on necessary repairs or maintenance
- Fault diagnosis, with and without computer diagnostics
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment
- Diagnose mechanical issues and provide appropriate solutions
- Conduct inspections to identify potential problems or areas of improvement
- Keep accurate records of all maintenance and repair work performed
- Collaborate with senior mechanics to learn new skills and techniques
Skills
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Ability to follow instructions and learn new skills quickly
- Detail-orientated with a focus on accuracy
- Good problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Personal qualities
- Willingness to learn
- Motivation for the role/automotive and engineering interest
- Passion for motor vehicles
- Calm and approachable manner
Qualifications
GCSE 9-4/A*-C in English and maths or Functional Skills Level 2 in both, proof of certificates is required
Due to the demands of the role, applications with less than the required grades will not be considered. Equally, applications received without stating GCSE maths and English/Functional Skills/equivalent results will not be considered.
What does the programme include?
This apprenticeship will focus on light vehicle diagnostic processes, fault finding and equipment as well as industry relevant skills and training for example apprentices will practice:
- Inspecting Light Vehicles using prescribed methods
- Maintaining a healthy and safe workplace, including the maintenance of key equipment and carrying out general housekeeping
- Use specific company IT systems within the workplace, including Point-of-sale systems and hand-held devices.
- Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers and colleagues
- Access vehicle technical data to inform inspections and make judgements on wear and serviceability
On completion of this Standard the Auto-care Technician will be eligible to apply for IMI membership as a Registered Young Professional or if they wish as an Associate Member. They would also gain entry onto the IMI Professional Register.
What attendance is required?
Attendance at College will be required on weekly on a Monday. Time spent training will come under the working hours per week. Your assessor will liaise with you to set up mutually convenient times for consultation and assessment visits at your place of work.
It is a Government requirement for you to spend 6 hours a week working towards your “Off the Job Learning” – off the job learning can consist of college attendance, coursework, project related work, employer training, mentoring and coaching.
Learning and assessment
Apprentices build a portfolio of work and work place assessors will be in regular contact to provide support, and to arrange on-site visits to observe the apprentices’ ability and skills in their daily role. It is important for the apprentice to take ownership of their own learning by seeking out opportunities to gain new skills on the job with the employer. The apprentice’s final grade will be determined by the collective assessments known as “the endpoint assessment” and has a Pass/Distinction grade.
The three assessments are:
- Online knowledge based tests
- Skills test (knowledge and behaviours are observed in the workplace)
- Professional discussion (apprentice is to demonstrate that they can apply the broad range of knowledge, skills and behaviours in the Standard)
Future prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, and subject to progress as an employee, Hampshire Vehicle Repairs would like to offer you a full time job.
Keep in mind
- Pension (if eligible)
- Potential for bonus
- Free parking