Introduction

Drive your career forward with this exciting apprenticeship opportunity. Our Autocare Technicians/Mechanics are involved in 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 an 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
Following checklists to ensure all critical parts of vehicles are examined
Carrying out a bumper-to-bumper overview, service, and inspection
Maintenance of electronic systems, including onboard entertainment systems
Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centre's 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 to 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
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 4/C
Essential - GCSE - Math's - 4/C

Course Information

Course: Autocare technician (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday, between 08:30 - 17:30. Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts. Working week will be confirmed on application.

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: INSPIRO LEARNING LIMITED

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