Kia Light Vehicle Apprentice Technician

Servicing - working to manufacturer servicing guidelines to ensure the vehicle running at optimum performance Maintenance - replacing parts that have wear and tear before they fail Repair - diagnosing the reason for vehicle failure and fixing the problem

Shadowing qualified Kia Technicians in the workshop to understand and learn how to carefully service and diagnose repair/faults for customer vehicles 

Training:

The Kia Apprenticeship Programme operates using a 12-week cycle. Within each 12-week period, Apprentices will receive the following teaching learning and assessment:

One college block attendance with teaching delivered by dedicated Tutors (both via Virtual Classroom Training and face to face at the Kia Academy in Derby) One workplace visit face to face with their dedicated Skills Coach One tripartite progress review involving the Apprentice, Skills Coach and their workplace mentor One 1:1 teaching session with their dedicated Skills Coach via virtual classroom

Please note, that accomodation is provided to apprentices travelling to the Academy for training. 

Training Outcome:

A full-time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of responsibility including a Service Manager, Master Technician and Dealership Principles.

The opportunities are endless. By having a highly regarded set of skills, Apprentices can go on to develop their careers within the specific interests they may have. 

Employer Description:
We’re proud to say we’re as are just as proud of our people as we are our cars. With a plethora of different career paths, you’ll enjoy all the benefits of joining a family run business plus the infrastructure, training schemes, rewards and community that goes with working with some of the world’s largest brands. Whether you are new to the automotive industry or simply side stepping, there are many benefits from a career with The Donalds Group.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, with some Saturdays required. Shifts to be confirmed (TBC). 40 hours a week

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working