The JLR retail apprenticeship programme is geared toward training the right candidate to become a qualified Parts Advisor. But what does a Parts Advisor do?
Parts Advisors are responsible for ordering, selling, and managing stock control on a wide range of vehicle parts and accessories. Duties may vary from employer to employer but will typically include:
Advising customers on how to solve a problem with their vehicle.
Taking orders from customers both face-to-face and over the phone.
Maintaining an ordered stock room and finding parts from stock.
Raising invoices for parts sold.
Liaising with other members of staff.
Working alongside on-site Service Technicians to ensure they have the parts needed to complete their daily work.
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.
Customers may include members of the public, service departments of retailers, and garages.
Please note, the Parts Advisor role varies slightly by employer based upon the specific needs within the location.
As a central point of contact for both of our internal and external customers you will need to have excellent communication skills. You should be IT literate (although full training will be provided) and be able to demonstrate attention to detail in the way you work.
Application numbers for the JLR retail apprenticeship programme are high so we're looking for you to demonstrate why you stand out from the crowd. We're not looking for the finished article; rather we want to identify those people who are ambitious and demonstrate a willingness to learn, who are excited by the prospect of working with our fantastic, technologically advanced vehicles and really engage in the recruitment process. Key personal skills to demonstrate include:
A willingness to learn
Teamwork
Quality focus
Personal responsibility and resilience
Problem solving
Training:As well as employment in our retailer, you will be given the training and support you need to develop both personally and professionally.
Using a combination of classroom-based training, e-learning, practical training, and application of learning, you will be guided by your trainers and personal mentor along the road to success.
This apprenticeship combines off-the-job training with on-the-job learning, and you will be supported every step of the way. On successful completion of the 17 month programme, you will receive the following:
· Level 2 Retailer Standard
· JLR specific certificationsTraining Outcome:There are lots of opportunities to develop your career within our expanding retail network. Once qualified, the earning potential for a Parts Advisor is in excess of £20,000, so it is worth considering the future opportunities beyond the apprenticeship.
Your early development is carefully mapped through your apprenticeship journey, with your learning focused toward achieving an industry-recognised qualification. Embedded within your training are the JLR global training materials. This is the grounding for your future development within the network and our Learner Management System. Excellence will guide you through your short, medium, and long-term career path.Employer Description:JLR is the UK's largest automotive manufacturer, built around two iconic British car brands: Land Rover, the world’s leading manufacturer of premium all-wheel drive vehicles; and Jaguar, one of the world’s premier luxury sports saloon and sports car marques. The company employs almost 38,000 people globally and supports around 275,000 more through our retailers, suppliers, and local businesses.
We are looking for people who share our passion to join our highly successful retail apprenticeship programme. We recognise the importance in identifying talented people to become the next generation of professional retail employees and help us achieve our ambitious growth plans.Working Hours :Monday – Friday. 0830 – 1730.
Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts.
Working week will be confirmed on application.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
The Service department is vital to the success of our business. From right first-time fixes, to delivering excellent customer service, our Service 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 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.
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 a Service Technician/Mechanic.
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.
We are looking for people who are 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.Training: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 workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre.
This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications. As an apprentice, you will also have the opportunity to attend Outward Bound, a personal development week which supports with developing resilience, confidence, and teamwork skills.
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
Brand specific certifications
Training Outcome:Volkswagen Group (VWG) is one of the UK’s largest car retailers encompassing premium brands such as Audi, Bentley, SEAT, ŠKODA, Volkswagen, TPS, Volkswagen Group Paint and Body and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. This network of retailers spans the UK, providing a wide range of career opportunities.
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 or even joined our team at Head Office in Milton Keynes.Employer Description:Throughout Volkswagen we have a rigorous commitment to quality and excellence. Our products are highly acclaimed, our processes for distribution and support services are world class and we have some of the most technologically advanced resources in any industry.
The Volkswagen Apprenticeship Programme is designed to train and develop apprentices to keep pace with advancing technology and high levels of customer service. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to receive formal qualifications through extensive product training whilst in full-time employment at one of our retailers.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 08.30 - 17.30.
Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts.
Working week will be confirmed on application.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
The JLR retail apprenticeship programme is geared toward training the right candidate to become a qualified Customer Service Advisor. But what does a Customer Service Advisor do?
A Customer Service Advisor deals directly with customers and acts as a go-between between the customer and Service Technicians/Mechanics, scheduling vehicle service work. They will handle administrative and customer relations aspects of service department operations. Some of the duties include:
·; Interpreting customer concerns and comments and liaising with Service Technicians.
· Booking/scheduling vehicle services.
· Liaising with customers about any additional work required.
· Estimating time and costs associated with repairs.
· Handling customer complaints.
· Responding to customer requests.
· Tracking the vehicle through the workshop.
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.
Please note, the Customer Service Advisor role varies slightly by employer based upon the specific needs within the location.
As the main point of contact with our customers you will require exceptional communication skills with the ability to multi-task and meet their expectations.
Application numbers for the JLR retail apprenticeship programme are high so we're looking for you to demonstrate why you stand out from the crowd. We're not looking for the finished article; rather we want to identify those people that are ambitious and demonstrate a willingness to learn, who are excited by the prospect of working with our fantastic, technologically advanced vehicles and really engage in the recruitment process. Key personal skills to demonstrate include:
· A willingness to learn
· Teamwork
· Quality focus
· Personal responsibility and resilience
· Problem solvingTraining:As well as employment in our retailer, you will be given the training and support you need to develop both personally and professionally.
Using a combination of classroom-based training, e-learning, practical training, and application of learning, you will be guided by your trainers and personal mentor along the road to success.
This apprenticeship combines off-the-job training with on-the-job learning, and you will be supported every step of the way. On successful completion of the one year programme, you will receive the following:
· Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner Standard
· JLR specific certificationsTraining Outcome:There are lots of opportunities to develop your career within our expanding retail network. Once qualified, the earning potential for a Customer Service Advisor is between £20,000 and £30,000, so it is worth considering the future opportunities beyond the apprenticeship.
Your early development is carefully mapped through your apprenticeship journey with your learning focused toward achieving an industry recognised qualification. Embedded within your training are the JLR global training materials. This is the grounding for your future development within the network and our Learner Management System, Excellence will guide you through your short, medium, and long term career path.Employer Description:JLR is the UK's largest automotive manufacturer, built around two iconic British car brands: Land Rover, the world’s leading manufacturer of premium all-wheel drive vehicles; and Jaguar, one of the world’s premier luxury sports saloon and sports car marques. The company employs almost 38,000 people globally and supports around 275,000 more through our retailers, suppliers, and local businesses.
We are looking for people who share our passion to join our highly successful retail apprenticeship programme. We recognise the importance in identifying talented people to become the next generation of professional retail employees and help us achieve our ambitious growth plans.Working Hours :Monday – Friday. 0830 – 1730.
Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts.
Working week will be confirmed on application.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Quality Manager
Scunthorpe £48,000 – £52,000 + Bonus + Car Allowance 37.5 hrs/week – Mon–Thurs 8am–4:30pm, Fri 8am–1:30pm
Looking to take ownership of quality in a fast-paced, highly respected manufacturing environment? Our client is a leading global manufacturer supplying into demanding industries, and they’re now looking for an experienced Quality Manager to join their team and lead from the front.This is a key leadership role, overseeing quality activities across the full site, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction, audit readiness, continuous improvement and leading a capable, multi-functional team.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Lead and manage a skilled team of Quality Engineers, Auditors, and Trackside Reps – both onsite and at customer locations
Oversee all aspects of the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and internal standards
Coordinate and host internal and external audits (IATF, CCC, etc.)
Monitor and improve site-wide quality performance using key metrics and problem-solving tools
Act as the key point of contact for customer quality concerns – driving resolution and building strong working relationships
Support PPAP submissions and ensure lessons learned are fed back into product and process development
Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement across the site
What You’ll Need:
Proven experience in a senior Quality role within a manufacturing environment (automotive or FMCG ideal)
Strong understanding of IATF 16949 and QMS development
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Confident in leading audits and driving continuous improvement
A proactive, hands-on approach with a sharp eye for detail
What You’ll Get:
£48,000 – £52,000 salary
Performance-related bonus
Car allowance
BUPA Private Healthcare
Company pension scheme
25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (rising with service)
Long service awards
Designated on-site parking space
Early finish every Friday!
If you’re a quality-driven leader who thrives in a busy, people-focused environment – this is your chance to shape the future of quality for a leading business.Apply now to take the next step in your quality career.Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.....Read more...
