Apprenticeship – Vehicle Technician

About the role

Join one of the 600+ Halfords Autocentres as an apprentice vehicle technician. You will work in a dynamic workshop environment, gaining hands‑on experience with a wide range of makes and models while studying one day per week at college.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing, inspections and basic maintenance tasks.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Carry out more complex work such as engine rebuilds and advanced diagnostics.
• Replace components and resolve faults on a variety of vehicle systems.
• Support the workshop in meeting commercial targets and maintaining high customer standards.

Required profile

• Adaptable, flexible and eager to solve new problems daily.
• Customer‑focused with strong attention to detail.
• Willing to learn from college lecturers, mentors and experienced colleagues.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of the commercial side of an Autocentre.

Required skills

• Vehicle diagnostics
• Mechanical repair
• Engine rebuilds
• Use of diagnostic equipment

What we offer

• 30 days holiday (rising to 33 days) after qualifying.
• Variety of vehicles to work on and clear career development pathways.
• Life assurance, pension and generous colleague discount schemes.
• Recognition as a top 25 Sunday Times Best Big Companies to work for.