We’re looking for bright, ambitious and motivated individuals who can demonstrate the potential to be future Renault Master Technicians. With advanced tuition and state-of-the art facilities, apprentices will be developed to meet the demanding servicing and repair requirements of existing and future Renault vehicles, whilst enjoying the benefits of full-time paid employment at a Renault Dealership.
Renault overview
The Renault UK Apprenticeship Initiative is designed to develop skilled technicians to support the growth of the Renault Dealer Network. You'll receive high-quality training with expert instructors, using state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. From the start, you'll gain hands-on experience working with a variety of vehicles across the Renault Group, including Renault, Dacia, and Alpine. This program will set you on the path to becoming a certified Renault Specialist Technician, equipping you with the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career.
About the role
The Renault UK Technical Apprenticeship Programme guarantees a comprehensive development of skills for Apprentices in vehicle maintenance and diagnostics specifically tailored to the Renault brand. Upon successful completion of the program, Apprentices will reach the status of Renault Specialist Technician.
You will be awarded either the Autocare Technician Level II Apprenticeship Certificate and you can progress to a Level III Standards Apprenticeship Certificate in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance (Light Vehicle).
These certifications are officially recognized by Renault and endorsed by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).
Day-to-day duties
Each year or “Phase” of the apprenticeship programme is made up of training modules that include Residential Block Release at the Renault Training Centre, supported by a series of interactive training webinars and resources for each module of training. Topics include but are not limited to –
Year 1 & Year 2:
- Health & Safety
- Wheels, tyres and braking systems
- Vehicle routine maintenance and inspection techniques
- Cooling and lubrication systems
- Heating and ventilation, including air conditioning systems (Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling)
- Fuel, Intake and Exhaust Systems
- Advanced Steering and Suspension Systems including 4-wheel alignment
- Advanced Braking Systems (Level 2 Award in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Calibration)
Year 3 (Progression on the assumption that the 2-year Autocare programme has been successfully completed):
- Advanced electrical systems, including can-bus/multiplexing and complex diagnostics
- Advanced engine systems, including forced engine induction systems and associated complex diagnostics
- Advanced transmissions including automatic transmissions
- Alternative fuels, hybrid and electric propulsion systems
- Diagnostic strategy and fault-finding techniques
For a further breakdown of the role and responsibilities - https://www.renault.co.uk/careers/dealer-apprenticeship-programmes.html
Benefits
Join us on our Renaulution and you will become an essential part of the future in sustainable mobility and will experience the following benefits:
- Pride and status associated by working with one of the world’s largest and most innovative car manufacturers
- Full time paid employment at a Renault Dealership, with a clear career progression pathway
- Cutting edge training programme with exclusive use of the very latest Renault vehicles, tools and digital resources
- Residential block release tuition at Renault's state of the art training centre, in conjunction with a blended learning approach, using interactive webinars and on-demand digital resources
- Full training to achieve industry recognised Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard certification, along with EU’s 2014 F-gas certification (Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling) and Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement
- Regular workplace development and assessment by your employer to achieve the required 20% off the job training hours
- Continuous professional development of essential knowledge, behaviours and communication skills
- Regular Renault Training Team support and reviews to ensure progression and personal wellbeing
- Exclusive corporate work wear supplied for training (excluding footwear)
Essential Skills
- We are looking for candidates who want to kickstart their career in the automotive industry and who are keen to learn.
- You’ll need to be someone who stands out from the crowd, who challenges preconceptions, is forward thinking and eager to learn. Our apprentices are integral to our business.
- You are able to prioritise and work to timelines.
- A willingness to work in a practical environment using your own initiative.
- A full UK Driving licence is preferred but not essential.
- You must have or expect to gain GCSE Level 5 or above in Maths and English. If you are working towards these qualifications, please state this in your application.
Applications will be considered as they are received and therefore adverts may close early due to high volume.
Are you ready to become an apprentice and start learning and earning? Apply now