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:
Here at Evans Halshaw, we've become the UK's leading motor car and commercial vehicle retailer by building upon the foundations laid down by our founders in 1927. With a national presence, covering a significant number of locations across England, Scotland and Wales, we're proud to be powered by the Pendragon PLC Group. A career at Evans Halshaw offers the chance to work with pioneering products from inspirational automotive manufacturers such as Ford, Vauxhall, Nissan, Hyundai, Citroën, DS, Peugeot, Dacia, Kia and Renault, in a dynamic and exhilarating environment.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, with some Saturdays required. Shifts to be confirmed.

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