Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Apprentice – Tesla Programme Advanced Level 3 (A level)

Apprentices will be working alongside fully qualified MET technicians to be fully trained in preparing and painting repaired panels. The role is to identify damaged mechanical and electrical components on a damaged car/light commercial vehicle and remove and refit these components before and after body repair work has been carried out.

• Assessing a vehicle to establish the extent of damage
• Remove and refit non-structural body panels and mechanical and electrical systems
• Remove and refit any part relating to the vehicle, to the correct alignment.
• Remove, repair, and replace engine, gearbox, suspension, mechanical and electrical systems
• Diagnose and fix faults within a vehicle management system (on board computer) & associated electrical system

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

• Level 3 Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) technician Apprenticeship Standard
• Apprentices will be required to achieve Certification in Refrigerant Handling (EC 842-2006) 
• Not only will apprentices be working and trained within the garage, but they will also attend an approved college on block release to work towards and achieve their Certificate at Level 3 in Vehicle Damage Mechanical Electrical and Trim (MET)
• A skills coach will visit at least every 28 days as part of a close support network to ensure that apprentices are both enjoying and succeeding in their course

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

• The right candidate may move into a full-time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of authority
• The opportunities are endless. By having a highly regarded set of skills, Apprentices can go on to develop their career within the specific interests they may have, whether it be progressing through their dealership or working towards a job within motorsport

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English, Grade 4 Desired

Employer Name

STEER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LIMITED

Training provider

SKILLNET LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Vehicle damage mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) technician (level 3)

How to apply?

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