Apprentice Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician

  • Company: Arrow Auto Services
  • Location: MALDON, CM9 4LQ
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
  • Ref: NAS-2000035526
  • Application Deadline Date: 04/07/2026
  • Start Date: 07/09/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm with a 30-minute lunch break and a 15-minute tea break each day.

Brief Description

This is a hands-on role learning how to maintain, diagnose and repair motor vehicles. From basic maintenance including servicing and basic repairs through to more complex repairs including engine re-builds.

Training to be Provided


  • The apprentice will be working towards the Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle)

  • College attendance will be at Colchester Institute - the Colchester Campus one day per week during term time

Future Prospects

Upon completion you can work as a qualified vehicle technician in a garage or dealership and later progress into specialist roles like diagnostics or electric vehicles, senior technician jobs, or management positions.

Vacancy Detail

Day-to-day role responsibilities will include: 



  • Carrying out vehicle servicing and check overs

  • Carrying out general repairs including changing brake pads and discs, tyres, clutches and suspension items

  • Diagnosing faults

  • Ordering parts from suppliers

  • Assisting with more complex repairs

  • Assisting other team members where necessary

  • Keeping the workshop clean and tidy

  • Always being punctual

Other Information

This is manual work in a workshop which is open to the outdoors.

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