Apprentice Motor Mechanic - Mellors Garage

What Will the Apprentice Be Doing?

You will provide support to our team of experienced mechanics initially, gaining the knowledge and experience required to complete work independently.

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

• Assisting experienced mechanics carrying out vehicle repairs and maintenance

• Take on repairs as experience allows

• Carry out diagnostics

• Maintain workplace cleanliness to prevent hazards in the workshop

• Work in the safest manner at all times, observing Health & Safety guidelines

What Training Will the Apprentice Take and What Qualification Will the Apprentice Get at the End?

• The Apprentice will work towards their Apprenticeship Standard in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician

• The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated assessor who will provide support and guidance throughout the course.

• This is a Day Release programme which means you will attend Lincoln/Newark College for 1 day per week term time only. This will fall within your contracted working hours.

Course outline: Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle / Skills England

What is the Expected Career Progression After this Apprenticeship?

A permanent position on successful completion of the Apprenticeship.

• MOT tester opportunity

• Industry appropriate training

Desired Skills and Personal Qualities

• Communication skills

• IT skills

• Attention to detail

• Organisation skills

• Problem solving skills

• Team working

• Initiative

• Physical fitness

• Willingness to learn

Qualifications

Essential: GCSEs: English and Maths (grade A*/9 - C/4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Other requirements

• A valid Driving Licence would be useful but is not essential

• This is a physical role

• Although the workshop is heated, it can still be a challenging environment during cold weather