Halfords McConechys Blyth Autocentre Level 2 Autocare Technician Apprenticeship

Introduction

Drive your career forward with this exciting apprenticeship opportunity. 
Our Autocare Technicians/Mechanics are involved all aspects of maintenance and repair from routine servicing to complex diagnostics and repairs to our customers vehicles. 

About the Employer

At Halfords, we're all about the journey. With more than 600 stores with over 10,000 colleagues, we're the UK's leading retailer of automotive and cycling products. We are also the leading operator in MOT, tyres, car servicing and car repairs - pleasing more than 750,000 customers every year. We pride ourselves in offering the highest quality motoring products to ensure you get the job done safely and efficiently. 
The Halfords apprenticeship programme will equip you with all the skills, knowledge and behaviours you need to start a successful career with us. We have over 700 garages across England, Scotland and Wales where our highly trained Technicians carry out MOT’s, car servicing and repairs for over one million customers a year. As a Halfords apprentice, you will master a range of technologies across all kinds of cars – that’s a lot of valuable, career enhancing knowledge. 

What You'll Do

The Service department is vital to the success of our business. From right first-time fixes, to delivering excellent customer service, our Autocare Technicians/Mechanics play a pivotal role in delighting our customers and encouraging their continued loyalty.    
Every day is different within the Service department. As a Autocare Technicians/Mechanics apprentice, some of your duties will include:   

• Use of diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults. 
• Testing of parts and systems to ensure correct working.  
• The 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.  
• Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centres 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, our range will provide you with a varied technical training experience to build your skills as an Autocare Technician/Mechanic. 

Desired skills & Experience 

• 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 apprenticeship programme.  
• We are looking for people who have some experience in the motor industry either with formal training at Level 1 or having worked at or within a similar organisation. You should be passionate about our industry and our brand.

Some of the personal skills that you should think about showing us in your application are: 

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

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.  
A Level 1 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair is desirable.   

Training Outcome

Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey and you will have the opportunity drive your career forward. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network.  

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 9-4
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 9-4

Course Information

Course: Autocare technician (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday – Friday. 0830 – 1730. Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts. Working week will be confirmed on application.

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: INSPIRO LEARNING LIMITED