Summary
Unit 70 Classic cars have a vacancy for a mechanical apprentice to work in its team of historic car technicians. This is a unique opportunity to join a team of talented engineers preparing & maintaining a range iconic vehicles from the 50’s, 60’s & 70’s.
Wage
£17,888 a year
Training course
Heritage engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Thursday 08:00 - 17:00, Friday 08:00 - 14:30, 30-minute lunch break
40 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 10 March
Duration
3 years
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
This apprenticeship combines old-school engineering with cutting-edge technology:
* You will assist with maintenance, preparation & service of classic & historic vehicles. In the Unit 70 workshops
* You will be taught about the history & development of vehicles, components & materials, servicing, tuning, transmissions & drivetrains, chassis, suspension, steering, braking & electrics
* The apprenticeship also includes Technical Drawing, welding, business studies & diagnostics
Where you’ll work
Unit 70
Sandford Lane
Kennington
Oxford
OX1 5RW
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
HERITAGE SKILLS ACADEMY LIMITED
Your training course
Heritage engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
Qualification: The ‘HET Level 3 Apprenticeship’ is a nationally recognised qualification delivered by ‘HSA’ from its Mechanical Academy based at ‘Bicester Heritage’ in Oxfordshire. Delivered over 36 months on a block release basis, you will attend your academy on average every 5 weeks for a 5-day block of training running from Monday to Friday, the remaining 80% of the time you will be working with your employer. If required, your employer will cover the Accommodation and travel costs.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4)
* Maths (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Presentation skills
* Administrative skills
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Creative
* Initiative
* Non judgemental
* Patience
* Physical fitness
Other requirements
. Previous classic vehicle work experience is useful, GCSE Grades 4 to 9 (A-C) Maths and English are essential. We are also looking for applications from university graduates looking to apply their degree to ‘old school’ engineering challenges and develop a career in this exciting and dynamic industry. There is a high expectation that successful candidates will work hard, be conscientious and represent the company well on all occasions. Appearance, attitude, timekeeping, and personal presentation will all be considered throughout the interview process