Kia Light Vehicle Apprentice - Newbury

Day-to-day tasks will always vary, but will normally include but not be limited to:

Servicing Vehicle maintenance Observing and assisting technicians Car technicians will be expected to see whether components and systems are secure and working proper

The car technicians' jobs fall into three categories:

Servicing - working to manufacturer servicing guidelines to ensure the vehicle is 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

Training:
Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) Apprenticeship Standard Not only will apprentices be working and be trained within the garage, they will attend a Kia-approved college to work towards - achieving their Level 2 Autocare and Level 3 Standard in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair A skills coach will visit at least every 28 days as part of a close support network to ensure that apprentices are both enjoying and succeeding in their course Functional skills in English and maths if required

An Apprentice’s training includes:

Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) Apprenticeship Standard Vocational-related qualification (Technical Certificate) Electric Vehicle Training Before the Standard is met, all apprentices must hold a certificate that meets the EU’s 2014 F-gas regulation.

Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

Blended on/off-the-job training and location to be confirmed.

Training Outcome:
A possible full-time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of responsibility including being 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 career within the specific interests they may have, progressing through their dealership and be an asset to Kia Motor Group

Employer Description:
Representing some of the automotive industry's most prestigious brands, Snows provides motorists across the south and the south west of England with a level of customer service that goes unsurpassed. We are proud of the quality of vehicles that we sell, and take satisfaction in delivering an experience to our customers that goes beyond that of an average dealership. We currently have 52 franchised dealerships, 5 Approved Service Centres and 4 multi-franchise Used Car Centres in various locations across the South. It's our aim to deliver high-quality, affordable motoring to as many as we can. With our wide range of franchised dealers, choose from a selection of new cars or vans from Abarth, Alfa Romeo, BMW, Citroen, CUPRA, Fiat, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz Vans, MINI, Peugeot, SEAT, Toyota, Vauxhall and Volvo. In addition to the new cars on offer we have approved used Abarth, Alfa Romeo, BMW, CUPRA, Fiat, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz Vans, MINI, Peugeot, SEAT, Toyota, Vauxhall, and Volvo vehicles, so we are sure at Snows we will almost certainly have a vehicle to suit your demands. Plus, with money-saving special offers and competitive car finance also available, value is assured and the purchase of a new or used vehicle easy. Also, our used car and van outlets Snows Car Centre provides you with a wide range of used cars and vans for multiple franchises.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. May include some Saturdays. Breaks to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Patience,Physical fitness,No skills required,Full training will be provided