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 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 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 apprenticeship 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.
Successful applicants must be prepared to travel to the Volvo Training and Development Centre, in Daventry, to complete their apprenticeship training. All training-related costs are fully covered as part of the programme, including travel, accommodation, and meals.
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 Volvo Training and Development Centre.
This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications.
On successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will receive the following:
Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard in Autocare Technician
Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
Level 2 qualification for safe isolation of electric and hybrid vehicles
Volvo branded certifications as appropriate
Progression towards Level 3 apprenticeship standard in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
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. Employer Description:At TMS Motor Group, family is at the core of everything we do. As a family-owned and run business with locations in Coventry, Hinckley, Leicester and Loughborough, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for our customers. Our strong family values are reflected in our commitment to delivering top-notch service and care.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,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative....Read more...
Learn about our inventory of vehicles, including features, specifications, pricing, and available financing options.
Assist customers in identifying their vehicle needs, preferences, and budgetary requirements.
Conduct test drives to showcase vehicle features and benefits, providing guidance and answering questions as needed.
Present and demonstrate vehicle options to customers in a professional and persuasive manner.
Collaborate with sales managers to negotiate pricing, terms, and financing arrangements to meet customer needs.
Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, vehicle sales, and inventory management using CRM systems.
Follow up with prospective customers via phone calls, emails, and other communication channels to nurture leads and close sales.
Stay updated on industry trends, product knowledge, and competitive offerings to provide informed recommendations to customers.
Participate in sales training programs and workshops to enhance selling skills, product knowledge, and customer service abilities.
Uphold company policies and ethical standards in all sales activities, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Training:A standard workweek typically consists of 40 hours, scheduled from Monday to Friday, starting at 8:30 am and ending at 5:30 pm. Nevertheless, the specific working hours may vary depending on the requirements of individual dealers.
Approximately 20% of your total work hours will be dedicated to 'off-the-job' training. This is a mixture of online classrooms and face-to-face learning at The Henry Ford Academy.
Your Development and Future Prospects:
All of our Apprentices are employed through the Dealer Network and attend week-long block training at our state-of-the-art Training Centre in Daventry.
Block training is complemented by a combination of regular coaching visits from one of our experienced Coaches as well as Virtual Classroom sessions and E-Learning modules.
Throughout your apprenticeship journey, we are committed to nurturing your growth and development, guiding you toward attaining a widely recognized qualification in the motor industry. This qualification serves as a cornerstone for building your career, offering abundant opportunities within our expanding Dealer Network. Upon successful completion of the program, you'll be well-equipped to advance and transition into new roles.Training Outcome:Joining our team as a Vehicle Sales Executive Apprentice offers a pathway to a rewarding career in automotive sales. If you're passionate about cars and sales and eager to learn and grow in a dynamic sales environment, we encourage you to apply and become part of Ford.Employer Description:Having specialised in selling new and used Ford cars and vans for almost 25 years, we understand the importance of every aspect of buying a car and our aim is to make the process an enjoyable experience from start to finish.
Our expertise in the used car market is unbeatable; our experience and know-how of everything from finance to valuation means that we are able to provide the perfect peace of mind you need when you’re on the hunt for a pre-loved car. If you would rather choose from our new Ford cars for sale, this same level of trust and expertise is offered, plus the huge level of choice you would expect from picking a vehicle direct from the forecourt.
Whether you’re looking for a practical urban vehicle like the Ford Focus, a rapid hot-hatchback in the Focus ST or even a Ford Motability vehicle to offer enhanced mobility for those with disability, visit one of our dealerships today and let our expert team take care of all your requirements.
It’s not just cars we have available; with the wealth of used and new Ford vans and trucks we have at our dealerships, we can help create your commercial fleet. We can provide you with everything from the highly-rated Ford Transit Custom to the practical and nimble Transit Courier at our Poole and Yeovil Transit Centres – whatever van is right for your business, whatever the size.
All the new Ford van models we have available can be yours on finance packages of up to five years with competitive rates, meaning you can spread the cost to make it as affordable as possible. As an approved dealer of Ford vans at Yeovil and Poole, it means that every one of our guests can have complete peace of mind when purchasing their new vehicle. To learn more, pop into one of our dealerships today and speak with our expert team.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm, however, each of our retailers will have different requirements.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,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
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 apprenticeship 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.
Successful applicants must be prepared to travel to the Volvo Training and Development Centre, in Daventry, to complete their apprenticeship training.
All training-related costs are fully covered as part of the programme, including travel, accommodation, and meals.
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 Volvo Training and Development Centre.
This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications.
On successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will receive the following:
Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard in Autocare Technician
Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
Level 2 qualification for safe isolation of electric and hybrid vehicles
Volvo branded certifications as appropriate
Progression towards Level 3 apprenticeship standard in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Training Outcome:
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
Employer Description:Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them. Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. 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,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Internal Sales Executive
Bradford (BD4) Mon–Thurs 8:30am–4:30pm | Fri 8:30am–1:00pm (1 in 4 until 3pm) Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsAQUMEN Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client, a successful global manufacturing business supplying major organisations across the Power Generation, Aerospace, Automotive, and Defence sectors.Due to continued growth, they are looking to add an Internal Sales Executive to their UK-based team in Bradford.
The Role
You will support customers and the external sales team by managing orders, quotations, and enquiries, ensuring a high level of service and accuracy.Key Responsibilities:
Process sales orders using an MRP system and complete contract reviews
Manage enquiries and produce accurate quotations
Advise on product selection and offer solutions
Follow up quotations and support sales activity
Cross-sell and promote added-value products, including machined parts
Handle complaints and raise credit notes
About You
Excellent communication skills
Organised, proactive, and calm under pressure
Strong problem-solving and customer-focused approach
Team player with high attention to detail
Desirable:
Manufacturing or engineering background
Knowledge of SAP, CRM systems, Word & Excel
Ability to read technical drawings / machining knowledge
Benefits
Pension from 5%
25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off
Option to buy 5 extra holidays
Bonus scheme
Private healthcare & Sovereign Health paid by the company
Free on-site gym
Apply Now
Looking for a long-term internal sales role with excellent work-life balance? Apply today.AQUMEN Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency on behalf of our client.....Read more...
Power Systems Validation & Qualification Team Leader – Greenwich – up to £70,000 + Car Allow. + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
What this job is all about.
We’re looking for a collaborative and technically skilled Product Validation & Qualification Team Leader to guide a small, talented group of engineers and technicians working on innovative, mission-critical power systems.
This is an opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with people leadership — helping to shape, mentor, and inspire a growing team while driving improvements in validation and qualification processes. The role sits within a forward-thinking R&D department where your ideas and leadership will make a visible impact
What’s in It for You
Competitive salary and benefits, with flexible hybrid working (up to two days from home).
A supportive, inclusive culture that values teamwork and continuous learning.
The chance to lead an important function in the design and validation of cutting-edge power systems.
Genuine opportunities for career development and progression.
What You’ll Do
Lead, support and develop a multidisciplinary team of around five validation, qualification and test professionals.
Define and deliver the product test and qualification strategy, ensuring alignment with engineering and quality standards.
Plan and manage resources, priorities and project deliverables in collaboration with design and product teams.
Oversee the operation of the R&D test lab, budgets and performance indicators.
Promote strong engineering standards and ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015, HSE and quality procedures.
Stay hands-on — mentoring the team, reviewing test approaches, and supporting product validation directly when needed.
Drive continuous improvement, technical discussions and innovation across the team.
Provide clear communication and updates to stakeholders, fostering a transparent and collaborative culture.
About You
Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent experience).
Experience in product validation, verification and qualification in a regulated or high-reliability environment.
Strong technical understanding of electronics, firmware/software integration and high-voltage or power systems.
Good technical background on product Verification & Validation
Familiar with certification standards (HV safety, EMI/EMC, thermal, vibration testing, etc.).
Confident leading and coaching teams — encouraging growth, inclusion, and shared success.
Skilled in communication and cross-functional collaboration.
Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), PLM tools (e.g. Windchill) and Agile working is an advantage.
It Would Be Great If You Also Have
Experience in automotive, aerospace, defence, rail or other highly regulated sectors.
Knowledge of systems engineering or test automation.
Understanding of product certification or cybersecurity compliance.
What now…
If this sounds like the right role for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV!
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Applications Engineer Location: Remote (with regular UK & Ireland travel) Salary: Up to £55,000 as package Benefits:25days holiday (plus bank holidays – 33days in total)Company Pension – 6% of base salary (salary sacrifice scheme)HealthcareMedical coverCompany related profit schemeAnnual OR Bi-Annual bonuses (dependant on role and company)Modern working environmentFriendly and welcoming team with approachable managementContinued staff developmentInteresting and challenging workWorking with leading UK & Irish precision engineering companies / customersGreat comradery throughout the business from hands on ManagementPPE / Company uniform provided (if appropriate)IT equipment, workwear & tools providedCompany car provided (BMW 330 PHEV nominal), company-funded excluding private mileageLots of additional company incentives. Company Profile A specialist precision CNC machine tool manufacturer and UK & Ireland sales/support hub for advanced sliding-head and multi-axis mill-turn turning centres. The business has a long-established presence in British manufacturing, with two UK facilities supporting machine sales, applications engineering, service, spares, and customer training. Backed by a wider global group, the company continues to invest in next-generation mill-turn technology, automation-ready platforms, and specialist applications support. Demand is growing steadily across aerospace, medical, automotive, defence, energy, and high-precision subcontract machining - driving further expansion of the engineering team. This is an engineer-led environment where practical know-how is valued. You’ll be trusted to take ownership, supported with high-level product training, and surrounded by colleagues who enjoy solving real machining challenges with customers. Job Profile As the successful Applications Engineer, you will be working alongside a friendly team of applications and service specialists, responsible for delivering high-quality CNC applications support, programming, prove-outs, demonstrations, and customer/dealer training on advanced sliding-head and fixed-head mill-turn lathes. The goal is simple: help customers and internal teams get the absolute best productivity, accuracy and reliability from these machines. You will come from a CNC mill-turn or sliding-head background, with strong, practical experience programming, setting and operating CNC lathes with live/driven tooling (MillTurn) and/or CNC sliding-head machines. Because this role supports real production environments and turnkey delivery, you must be confident programming directly at the machine control, not purely offline. Duties:Provide on-site applications support to customers across the UK & Ireland, including machine set-up, prove-outs, cutting optimisation and operator training.Deliver technical and programming support to distribution partners, ensuring successful installations and ongoing performance of new and existing machine platforms.Run customer and partner machine demonstrations, setting up and programming machines for test or customer components, explaining processes clearly and professionally.Create, prove and refine machining methods and CNC programs that solve customers’ component and process challenges.Produce accurate and achievable cycle time studies, using full machine capability to maximise productivity.Support machine installations in showrooms and at customer sites, checking factory specifications and safe operation.Provide telephone/remote technical support on programming and application issues as required.Stay current with new machine developments, attending manufacturer training and helping develop internal/external training courses.Support exhibitions, open houses and in-house events where needed.You may be asked for perform other duties on occasion. Skills & Attributes:Excellent hands-on knowledge of programming, setting and operating CNC lathes with live/driven tooling (MillTurn) and/or CNC sliding-head machines.Must have excellent knowledge of programming these machines on the controls at the machine.Strong metal-cutting knowledge: tooling selection, cutting data, work holding, and process optimisation.A practical problem-solver who enjoys improving cycle time, stability and part quality.Comfortable communicating with customers and training operators/engineers in a clear, supportive way.Able to work independently, manage travel, and always represent the business professionally.Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly (with occasional overseas trips as experience develops). Education / Certificates:Apprenticeship or time-served background in CNC machining / precision engineering preferred.Formal CNC / manufacturing engineering qualifications beneficial but not essential if experience is strong. Hours of Work:Theoretical Monday to Friday, 37-hour weekUsually based at either the Bushey (Watford) or Brierley Hill facilities, with regular customer-site work throughout the UK and IrelandOccasional trips to other territories supported by the business (typically for more experienced engineers)Flexibility required to meet customer needs and travel schedules Interested? If you’re the kind of engineer who enjoys getting under the skin of complex mill-turn and sliding-head work, this is a role where your skill genuinely matters. You’ll be joining a market-leading CNC specialist with top-tier technology, a growing customer base, and a culture that backs its engineers with proper training and respect. In return, you’ll have variety, autonomy, and strong earning potential through commission and bonuses, alongside a high-quality tools-and-car package. You’ll work with some of the best precision manufacturers in the UK and Ireland—helping them push performance further every day.Bolt-On Personnel and our clients are equal opportunity employers who seek to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex, age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Bolt-On Personnel and our clients apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Bolt-On Personnel, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Bolt-On Personnel.....Read more...
