Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Apprentice
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Company: OXFORD DIRECT SERVICES LIMITED
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Location: OXFORD, OX4 2HH
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £15,434.92 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000033933
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Application Deadline Date: 05/07/2026
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Start Date: 17/08/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week.
Brief Description
Kick-start your career as a Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician with ODS. Gain hands-on experience maintaining a wide range of vehicles while working towards a level 3 qualification, supported by expert mentors in a professional workshop environment.
Training to be Provided
Delivery model:
- Work-based training with your employer
- Day release during term time (approximately 1 day a week for 18 months)
- Regular meetings with your training coordinator to monitor progress and well-being
- Approximately 12 on-site assessment visits per year
- Level 1 Functional Skills in Maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required)
- Apprentices will need to complete a minimum of 605 hours of off-the-job training during their apprenticeship
Qualifications included:
- Level 1 Functional Skills in English and maths (if required)
- Level 2 Autocare Technician Apprenticeship
End Point Assessment:
- Knowledge assessment
- Practical observation
- Professional discussion
Future Prospects
This apprenticeship offers a strong foundation for a long-term career in vehicle maintenance. On successful completion, opportunities may include:
- Progression into a fully qualified Motor Vehicle Technician role within ODS
- Further specialist training or advanced technical qualifications
- Potential career progression into senior technician or supervisory roles over time
Vacancy Detail
As an apprentice, you will work alongside experienced technicians to develop practical skills across a varied fleet. Your duties will evolve as your confidence grows and will include:
- Assisting with the servicing, maintenance and repair of cars, vans, heavy commercial vehicles, plant and trailers
- Carrying out routine inspections and safety checks
- Diagnosing faults and supporting repairs
- Accurately recording work completed, materials used and vehicle conditions
- Supporting the wider workshop team with day-to-day tasks
- Actively participating in training, coursework, and assessments as part of your apprenticeship
- Working closely with your mentor to develop your skills and progress
Other Information
- Strong commitment to health and safety is essential
- The successful candidate will be working in a live, commercial workshop environment
- The successful candidate will be working on ODS fleet, as well as commercial vehicles
- The role will require the successful applicant to participate in physical tasks