Automotive Apprentice

Reporting to Workshop Supervisor

Based at our Millbrook site in Bedfordshire this role involves working a 40-hour week as an Apprentice Technician expected to learn about automotive technology and the testing of all types of vehicles in a research and development environment.

Training will take place alongside various skilled technicians and engineers plus attendance at college to gain relevant qualifications up to HND. 

Potential for promotion to the role of Technician following appropriate training / development and may also progress onto other engineering roles.

Roles and responsibilities

• Light vehicle repairs and general servicing
• LGV Bus/Coach repairs and general servicing
• Vehicle fault finding
• Diagnostic checks using various diagnostic equipment
• Conduct Durability test preparation and  vehicle measurements
• Complete work tickets with detailed written report on work actioned
• Ensure all Health safety and quality procedures are adhered to
• Act in accordance with the behaviours for Millbrook staff at all times

Experience

• No experience required but a interest in vehicles and engineering is essential

Skills

• Good general level of education
• Competent IT skills (mainly MS Word and Excel)
• Excellent communication skills

Qualifications :

• Maths English and Science minimum C grade GCSE

Personal Behaviours

• Excellent attention to detail
• Willingness to work and a keen desire to achieve academically
• Thirst for knowledge  
• Able to follow written instructions
• Team player and a mature approach to work

Other

• Due to the location of Millbrook the post holder will need to provide their own transport as no public transport is available.
• Full driving licence
• Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check

Additional Information :

For you as a potential UTAC team member we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best.

By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise.

Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work.

In the UK this includes ;

• Life Cover
• Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme
• Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise Innovation and Integrity.
• Healthcare cashback plans
• Generous holiday benefits
• Contributory pension schemes
• Attractive family friendly policies; maternity paternity shared parental leave flexible working.
• Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.

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Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Note to Recruitment Agencies :

UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time