Apprentice Autocare Technician

About this opportunity

A fantastic opportunity to join Halfords Group within one of the many Halfords Autocentres in the UK. Join an energetic skilled workforce of Vehicle Technicians. You will learn from the best and hopefully shine to be the future employees of Halfords.

Within our Autocentres no two days are ever the same. You can expect to encounter almost any make or model of car for almost every piece of work you can think of; from servicing, inspections to the more complex repair work, engine rebuilds and diagnostics work.

The nature of the work ranges from:
• Replacing simple parts through to solving complex faults with the use of diagnostic methods and equipment
• The day-to-day tasks faced by a vehicle technician are constantly changing, driven by the introduction of ever more complex technologies and diagnostic techniques
• Follow recognised diagnostic procedures, logical diagnostic sequence and apply advanced diagnostic principles and problem-solving techniques to establish faults
• Follow recognised repair procedures to complete a wide range of repairs including those which involve complex procedures, or in-depth knowledge
• Test the function of repaired and fitted components
• Interpret diagnostic information and use electrical wiring diagrams to determine system serviceability
• Obtain diagnostic and repair information
• Complete a range of services and inspect and prepare a vehicle to the required quality standard for handover to the customer

A successful Halfords Autocentre Apprentice is adaptable, flexible and enjoys the challenge of resolving new problems every day. You will be customer focused with sharp attention to detail as well as the ability to listen to and learn from you college lecturers, colleagues and mentors to gain the skills to diagnose and repair vehicles to the highest standard.

Today’s apprentice has to demonstrate expertise in the technical and diagnostic side of their role.
You must have strong problem-solving skills and a good grasp of the theoretical and practical aspects of a vehicle’s systems.
You must be able to work independently but also operate as an effective team member and understand how their workshop and the Autocentre functions from a commercial perspective.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to attend an Assessment Day at the Greater Manchester Skillcentre in Trafford Park if successful at 1st stage of interview. If successful after the assessment day, candidates will then be asked to complete an unpaid 5 day placement within the Autocentre applied for.

Successful completion of the Level 2 Apprenticeship will lead to progression to a Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Apprenticeship.

How you will be supported
Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:
• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
• Any training you need to complete
• What the next steps will be

How you could get there
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

What you should have to apply

Ideally grades 4/C and above in GCSE Maths and English

Personal Qualities

Punctuality
Reliability
Honesty
A disciplined attitude is required

Skills

To have a keen & genuine interest in the Automotive Trade
Be enthusiastic and use initiative at all times
Ideally have previous garage workshop experience or a recognised qualification in Vehicle Repair (such as an IMI or City and Guilds diploma)
Good Team working skills
Good Communication skills
Have a good working ethic