Special Skills Vehicle Repair Apprenticeship

Duration: 3 years

Our Commitment to Diversity Equity & Inclusion

We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups including women ethnic minorities individuals with disabilities and those from socially or economically disadvantaged communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences everyone brings and believe diversity strengthens our workplace.

Accessibility and Adjustments

If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment processsuch as accessible interview formats extra time assistive technologies or workplace adaptations please let us know. We will work with you to ensure you can participate fully and comfortably. All recruitment materials and assessments can be provided in accessible formats.

Supporting Candidates Facing Economic Disadvantage

We understand that economic circumstances can create barriers to applying for roles. If costs such as travel technological access or other practical constraints may prevent you from taking part in our recruitment process please contact us. Wherever possible we will offer support such as virtual interview options reimbursement of essential travel costs or alternative assessment arrangements.

What Youll Need

• 4 GCSEs or equivalent (achieved or predicted):

• Mathematics (Grade AD or 3)

• English Language (Grade AD or 3)

• Two other subjects (Grade AD or 3) one to be a science subject

• OR Functional Skills Level 2

• A positive can-do attitude and motivation to learn

• Age 16 or over at the start of the apprenticeship

• Ability to commute to Nissan Sunderland and local college sites

• Eligibility to work in the UK (must have ordinarily resided in the UK & Islands for at least 3 years by Sept 2026)

What Youll Be Doing

• Split your time between college learning and practical work in our plant

• Work in either Quality Assurance or on the Final Line identifying and carrying out vehicle repairs

• Learn industry-standard tools and techniques including lean manufacturing principles and Kaizen methodology

• Gain hands-on experience with tooling equipment and machinery in a technically advanced environment

• Contribute to projects ranging from refinishing and repairs to quality checks and process improvements

By the end of your apprenticeship youll have the chance to achieve:

• Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician level 3 - light vehicle*

(*subject to performance. All qualifications may be subject to change).

Additional Information

• We maintain a safe and healthy workplace which includes pre-employment testing for drugs and alcohol.

• Communication about your application will be via email. Please check regularly.

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