Apprentice Car Service Technician - Yeovil

An exciting opportunity for an apprentice to work alongside qualified Honda technicians where you will be fully trained in all aspects of maintenance and repair of cars from routine servicing to electrical fault diagnostics.

You will be an Apprentice service and diagnostic car technician in a busy workshop environment You will carry out tasks relevant to maintaining and repairing cars To assist qualified technicians with servicing and repairs To observe best work practices, develop and maintain skills levels in all aspects of repair, service and maintenance of cars To maintain a clean and safe work environment To maintain personal standards of dress, cleanliness and hygiene, consistent with the standards laid down by the company To be responsible for the safety of yourself and others, using protective equipment when required To develop and maintain a thorough and current product knowledge To ensure a consistently high level of quality and workmanship To advise the Workshop Controller or Service Advisor of any additional work necessary on a vehicle during servicing Assistance with any other tasks as required

Training:
Training consists of 17 weeks block training over a 3-year period with the remainder of your time being spent at a Honda retailer where practical training and guidance will be provided You will be working towards an Advanced Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician - Light Vehicle Apprenticeship (Level 3 qualification) along with Functional Skills in maths and English at Level 2 Honda Challenge Personal Development Programme You will also work towards Honda internal qualifications As part of your training, you will attend our Honda Apprenticeship technical centre in Bracknell for block release training (accommodation and transport costs will be covered by your employer)

Training Outcome:
Possible career progression opportunities include Master Technician, Service or Aftersales Department Management or even Dealership Management

Employer Description:
Horizon Honda has been selling and caring for vehicles for over 52 years. Our first Honda showroom opened in March 1971 in Poole. Since the Group was formed in 1971, our core values have been consistent honesty & integrity, and these have underpinned our growth, allowing us to become one of the largest private motor groups in the UK. With over 70 years of engineering passion, Honda have a long and proud history of automotive excellence – delivering impressive performance and award winning reliability.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday (occasional Saturdays), times to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,• Professional Attitude,Ability to Build Rapport,Self-Motivated,Confident,Adaptable