Our apprenticeship is geared toward training the next generation of fully-fledged Service Technicians/Mechanics. But what does a Service Technician/Mechanic do? Service Technicians/Mechanics service and repair light vehicles such as cars up to 3.5 tonnes. Service Technicians/Mechanics are trained in all areas of vehicle mechanics and electronics, from engine and exhaust systems to air conditioning and security features. The duties of a Service Technician/Mechanic may include:
Servicing vehicles – carrying out checks and maintenance according to the manufacturers’ guidelines.
Repairing and replacing faulty parts and components.
Advising the Service Receptionists about required repairs.
Producing time estimates.
Maintaining repair and service records.
Please note, the Service Technician/Mechanic role varies slightly by employer based upon the specific needs within the location. We are looking for people with an interest in engineering and technology to thrive in this role. While full technical training will be provided, desired skills include problem solving, attention to detail and an aptitude for applied logic. Application numbers for the JLR retail apprenticeship programme are high so we're looking for you to demonstrate why you stand out from the crowd. We're not looking for the finished article; rather we want to identify those people that are ambitious and demonstrate a willingness to learn, who are excited by the prospect of working with our fantastic, technologically advanced vehicles and really engage in the recruitment process. Key personal skills to demonstrate include:
A willingness to learn
Teamwork
Engineering interest
Quality focus
Personal responsibility and resilience
Training:As well as employment in our retailer, you will be given the training and support you need to develop both personally and professionally. Using a combination of classroom based training, e-learning, practical training, and application of learning, you will be guided by your trainers and personal mentor along the road to success. This apprenticeship combines off-the-job training with on-the-job learning, and you will be supported every step of the way. On successful completion of the three year programme, you will receive the following:
Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle)
Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
JLR specific certifications
Training Outcome:There are lots of opportunities to develop your career within our expanding retail network. Your early development is carefully mapped through your apprenticeship journey with your learning focused toward achieving an industry recognised qualification. Embedded within your training are the JLR global training materials. At the end of your apprenticeship programme, you'll undertake the JLR Level 2 assessment, the first step on the JLR internal learner journey. This is the grounding for your future development within the network and our Learner Management System, Excellence will guide you through your short, medium, and long term career path. Employer Description:JLR is the UK's largest automotive manufacturer, built around two iconic British car brands: Land Rover, the world’s leading manufacturer of premium all-wheel drive vehicles; and Jaguar, one of the world’s premier luxury sports saloon and sports car marques. The company employs almost 38,000 people globally and supports around 275,000 more through our retailers, suppliers, and local businesses.
We are looking for people who share our passion to join our highly successful retail apprenticeship programme. We recognise the importance in identifying talented people to become the next generation of professional retail employees and help us achieve our ambitious growth plans.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 08.30 - 17.30.
Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts.
Working week will be confirmed on application.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
Job Title: Senior or Principal Design Engineer Location: Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey Salary: Up to £68,000 per annum (negotiable, dependant on experience) Benefits:25 days holiday plus bank holidays6% employer pension contributionPrivate healthcare / medical insuranceLife assurance (4× annual salary)Discounted goods and services schemeCycle-to-work schemeModern working environmentFriendly and supportive team with approachable managementContinued staff development and training opportunitiesOpportunity to work on innovative engineering solutions across global markets Company Profile This is a global technology group delivering advanced engineering solutions for aerospace, land-based systems, rail, and oil & gas sectors. The UK facility provides design, development, and support for a range of electro-mechanical products. Known for its strong focus on quality, innovation, and sustainability, the company offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while developing their careers in a collaborative, forward-looking environment. Job Profile As the successful Senior or Principle Design Engineer, you will work within the Sustaining Engineering team to support the ongoing production and in-service operation of products. You will be responsible for addressing product-related issues such as component obsolescence, yield performance, and long lead-time challenges, while also defining corrective actions and re-design proposals. The role involves close collaboration with Operations, engineering colleagues, suppliers, and customers to ensure continuity of supply and performance of existing products. Duties:Review, analyse, and validate product issues arising during production or in-service use across fans, heaters, motors, actuators, and air-conditioning systemsDefine corrective actions, component alternatives, or re-design solutions to address issues affecting delivery, yield, or performanceProvide hands-on support to production and test teams to resolve design-related challenges and capture performance dataAssist with in-service investigations, including occasional customer site visitsSupport supplier visits to address design, yield, or performance issues of sub-assemblies and componentsProduce and review engineering documentation such as drawings, specifications, reports, procedures, and change notificationsWork collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver Sustaining Engineering activitiesContribute to technical proposals, costings, and supporting documents for updates to legacy or in-service productsOperate within company procedures while suggesting improvements to maximise efficiency and meet customer requirements Skills & Attributes:Proven experience in mechanical design engineering, ideally within aerospace, automotive, rail, or related sectorsUnderstanding of electrical controllers containing relays and discrete electronic componentsStrong ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical documents, and specificationsExperience addressing component obsolescence, yield, or performance issues in production environmentsExcellent problem-solving skills with the ability to define corrective actions and re-design proposalsProficiency in producing high-standard engineering documents and change management processesStrong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams, suppliers, and customersWillingness to travel occasionally for customer and supplier visitsSelf-motivated, organised, and able to work under pressure Education / Certificates:Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) Hours of Work:37.5 hours per weekMonday to Thursday: 07:30 – 16:00 or 08:00 – 16:30Friday: 07:30 – 13:00 or 08:00 – 13:30 Interested? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mechanical design engineer to take on a senior role in a global business. You will work on challenging sustaining engineering projects, help resolve complex in-service and production issues, and directly contribute to the long-term success of innovative products. With a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collaborative environment, this role is ideal for a motivated engineer looking to progress their career while making a real impact.Bolt-On Personnel and our clients are equal opportunity employers who seek to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex, age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Bolt-On Personnel and our clients apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Bolt-On Personnel, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Bolt-On Personnel.....Read more...
