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.
Service Technician/Mechanic Apprenticeship Role
As a Service Technician/Mechanic 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 bumper to bumper overview, service, and inspection.
· Maintenance of electronic systems including on board entertainment systems.
· Undertaking repair and maintenance of vehicle parts including clutches, gearboxes, tyres, brakes, and suspension.
· Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centres records.
· Maintenance of a clean and tidy work environment.
Training provided:
Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre.
Our expert trainers will guide you through the training programme using a combination of e-learning, classroom learning and practical application.
In the garage, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained.
On successful completion of the three year programme, you will receive the following:
- Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle)
- Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
Desired skills
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 three year training programme.
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
What we offer:
- Block release training
- A full Halfords toolkit, uniform and work boots supplied
- A mentor in your garage to support you through the apprenticeship
- A 40 hour working week if you are under 18 or 44 hours per week if you are over 18
- Permanent role upon successful completion of your apprenticeship
- Continued development and training opportunities with Hybrid/Electric Vehicle and MOT training
Minimum entry requirements
To apply, you need to have:
· GCSE grades 9 – 4 (A – C) or equivalent in English and Maths or the equivalent Level 2 Functional Skills qualifications (or working towards).
· Level 2 Motor Vehicle qualification either achieved via an apprenticeship or full time college course.
In Scotland, applicants must have or be predicted to achieve Scottish National 5 Grades A - C or above in English, Maths and either a Science or Technical subject.
'Equivalent' grades include:
· BTEC first diplomas and certificates
· OCR Nationals
· Key Skills Level 2
· NVQs
· Essential Skills (Wales)
· Functional Skills Level 2
· Core Skills (Scotland)
A Full UK driving licence is essential.
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Pay: £6.40 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
