Kia Light Vehicle Apprentice - Wallasey
An exciting opportunity for an apprentice to work alongside qualified technicians where you will be fully trained in all aspects of maintenance and repair of light vehicles, from routine servicing to electrical fault diagnostics.
Role
- Servicing
- Vehicle maintenance
- Observing and assisting technicians
- Car technicians will be expected to see whether components and systems are secure and working properly
Training
Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3 (light vehicle) qualification:
- Servicing - working to manufacturer servicing guidelines to ensure 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
- 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 career within the specific interests they may have, progressing through their dealership and be an asset to the Glyn Hopkin Team.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)
- Training Provider
- SKILLNET LIMITED
- Working Week
- Monday - Friday with some Saturdays required. Shifts to be confirmed.
- Expected Duration
- 30 Months
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Thursday, 30th May 2024
- Start Date
- Saturday, 1st June 2024
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
Qualifications
- Maths and English GCSE or equivalent, grade 4+ (Essential)
About the Employer
KIA MOTORS UK LTD
Founded in 1944, Kia is one of the largest manufacturers to come out of South Korea. The company started producing bikes, but after seeing the potential within the automotive industry, they switched their keen attention to cars. Since then, they have climbed from strength to strength and currently produce around 1.4 million Kia new cars every year. The Korean car manufacturer has been commended for its determination to create truly distinctive car models. What’s more, Kia has been quick to keep up with the movement towards alternative fuel sources with a new Kia electric car range now including Kia plug-in hybrids, Kia self-charging hybrids and new Kia electric cars like the new Kia Niro EV, Soul EV and stylish EV6. They have also introduced a new electric seven-seater SUV the EV9.
- Company
- KIA MOTORS UK LTD
- Location
- 45 Rowson Street, Wallasey, England
- Employment Type
- Advanced Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £10,982.40
- Posted
- Company
- KIA MOTORS UK LTD
- Location
- 45 Rowson Street, Wallasey, England
- Employment Type
- Advanced Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £10,982.40
- Posted