Apprentice Technician - Mercedes Benz of Preston
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Role
We are seeking an Apprentice Vehicle Technician to join our Mercedes Benz dealership in Preston to provide assistance to our vehicle servicing operation. Working alongside a qualified Technician, this role will see you gradually learn the required skills to service, repair and maintain vehicles, whilst working towards your NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Repair and Maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Provide assistance to a qualified Technician through vehicle servicing works
- Participate in on the job training to pick up the required skills to independently complete vehicle servicing, repair and maintenance activities
- Work as part of a team, providing assistance as and when required to a team of qualified Technicians
- Ensure all workshop activities are completed in a safe and high quality manner, in line with both internal and manufacturer requirements
- Participate in ongoing training and development with the manufacturer in line with the apprenticeship programme
Apprenticeship Entry Requirements
To join our manufacturer Apprenticeship Programme, it is essential that you have gained Grade C/ Level 4 in GCSE Maths, English and Science. As an entry level role, we don’t require previous experience, but look for people who can demonstrate:
- Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to work well with others
- Excellent organisation and time management skills with the ability to work to deadlines
- A commitment to the Marshall Values of People, Customers, Integrity and Innovation
The Company
Marshall Motor Group is a multi-award winning company with strong values that put our people and customers at the heart of everything we do. Recently being recognised by the Great Place to Work Institute as one of the UK’s Best Large Workplaces, we have approximately 4,000 colleagues and a turnover of over £2billion; we are still growing! Benefits available to our colleagues in addition to generous salary packages include:
- Annual Apprenticeship Awards
- Comprehensive Tool insurance at no cost to you
- Colleague discounts on new and used vehicles, parts and servicing
- Up to £2,000 Colleague Referral Bonus
- Marshall Rewards discount shopping portal
- Life assurance at no cost to you
If this sounds like you, please submit your application today to be considered for this exciting opportunity
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Motor Vehicle Dealers
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Apprentice Technician - Mercedes Benz of Preston roles across Marshall Motor Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Motor Vehicle Dealers.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £31,178 - £34,083 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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