Apprentice Autocare Technician (36419)

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Location: Stockport
Job Description:

A fantastic opportunity to join Halfords Group within one of the many Halfords Autocentres in the UK. Join an energetic skilled workforce of Vehicle Technicians. You will learn from the best and hopefully shine to be the future employees of Halfords Vehicle Technicians. You will receive great training, great support and a great salary.

About the role

Within our Autocentres no two days are ever the same. You can expect to encounter almost any make or model of car for almost every piece of work you can think of; from servicing, inspections to the more complex repair work, engine rebuilds and diagnostics work.

Responsibilities

  • Replacing simple parts through to solving complex faults with the use of diagnostic methods and equipment
  • The day-to-day tasks faced by a vehicle technician are constantly changing, driven by the introduction of ever more complex technologies and diagnostic techniques
  • Follow recognised diagnostic procedures, logical diagnostic sequence and apply advanced diagnostic principles and problem-solving techniques to establish faults
  • Follow recognised repair procedures to complete a wide range of repairs including those which involve complex procedures, or in-depth knowledge
  • Test the function of repaired and fitted components
  • Interpret diagnostic information and use electrical wiring diagrams to determine system serviceability
  • Obtain diagnostic and repair information
  • Complete a range of services and inspect and prepare a vehicle to the required quality standard for handover to the customer

A successful Halfords Autocentre Apprentice is adaptable, flexible and enjoys the challenge of resolving new problems every day. You will be customer focused with sharp attention to detail as well as the ability to listen to and learn from your college lecturers, colleagues and mentors to gain the skills to diagnose and repair vehicles to the highest standard.

Today’s apprentice has to demonstrate expertise in the technical and diagnostic side of their role.

Qualifications

You must have strong problem‑solving skills and a good grasp of the theoretical and practical aspects of a vehicle’s systems.

You must be able to work independently but also operate as an effective team member and understand how their workshop and the Autocentre function from a commercial perspective.

Training and Support

Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

Successful completion of the Level 2 Apprenticeship will lead to progression to a Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Apprenticeship.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026