Introduction

Earn whilst you learn! Are you hands on, and passionate about cars? We are looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Mechanic to join our busy, family-run garage. Working alongside our experienced team, you will gain real-world experience, learn to service and repair vehicles alongside your college course.

About the Employer

We have been established in 1969, Hoyles of Todmorden is a highly respected, award winning, family-run automotive hub with over 50 years of heritage. Led by a mother-and-daughter team, we provide a full range of services-including MOT’s, repairs, sales, and EV diagnostics-for both private cars and commercial fleets.

We pride ourselves on a busy, supportive and tight-knit team culture that values top-tier workmanship, strict safety standards, and excellent customer service. Joining us means job stability, a friendly work environment, and the chance to work across a diverse range of modern and traditional vehicles.

What You'll Do

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

You will develop valuable technical skills and work toward a nationally recognised qualification. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart a long-term career in the automotive industry.

Develop Valuable technical skills and work toward a nationally recognised qualification. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart a long-term career in the automotive industry.

Key responsibilities: –

Learn and apply: Assist qualified mechanics with routine servicing, safety inspections and vehicle repairs
Diagnostics: Learn to use modern diagnostic equipment to find faults in mechanical and electrical system
Maintenance: Help change oil, filters, brakes, tyres and suspension components
Workshop care: keep the workshop clean, tidy and organised to maintain a safe working environment
College attendance: Attend your designated college or training provider blocks and complete your coursework on time

What we are looking for

A genuine passion for motor vehicles and mechanical repair
A hardworking, reliable attitude with a strong willingness to earn
Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
A basic understanding of health and safety in a practical environment
Good customer service skills

What you’ll get

Hands on mentoring from highly skilled vehicle technicians

Training Outcome

The possibility of full-time employment upon successful completion.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Initiative
hard working
Willing to learn
Customer Service

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 4/C or above
Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4/C or above

Course Information

Course: Autocare technician (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm and Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm.

Expected Duration: 2 Years 6 Months

Training Provider: HOPWOOD HALL COLLEGE

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