Job title : Southeast Motors Volvo Croydon Autocare Technician Apprenticeship
Vacancy ID : 14249
Investor Group : Southeast Motors
Site : Volvo Croydon
Postcode : CR5 2AR
Recruitment Advisor : Lyndsay Wainwright
Recruiter email :
Hourly rate : £8
Specialism : Auto Care Level 2
Programme Name : Autocare Technician Standard (Level 2)
Anticipated Interview Date : 2026-11-16 00:00:00
Anticipated start date : 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Employer description : Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them. 
 
Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. 
Job description :

The Service department is vital to the success of our business. From right first-time fixes, to delivering excellent customer service, our Service Technicians/Mechanics play a pivotal role in delighting our customers and encouraging their continued loyalty.   

Every day is different within the Service department. As a Service Technician/Mechanic apprentice, some of your duties will include:  

• Use of diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults. 

• Testing of parts and systems to ensure correct working.  

• Following checklists to ensure all critical parts of vehicles are examined.  

• Carrying out bumper to bumper overview, service, and inspection.  

• Maintenance of electronic systems including on- board entertainment systems.  

• Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centres records  

• Maintenance of a clean and tidy work environment.  

You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of products including traditional, hybrid and electronic engines. From heritage vehicles to leading edge modern technology, our range will provide you with a varied technical training experience to build your skills as a Service Technician/Mechanic. 

Training Provided 

Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre.  

Successful applicants must be prepared to travel to the Volvo Training and Development Centre, in Daventry, to complete their apprenticeship training. All training-related costs are fully covered as part of the programme, including travel, accommodation, and meals. 

In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and at the Volvo Training and Development Centre.  

This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications. 

Qualifications received: 

On successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will receive the following: 

• Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard in Autocare Technician  

• Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling  

• Level 2 qualification for safe isolation of electric and hybrid vehicles 

• Progression towards Level 3 apprenticeship standard in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair  

Future prospects 

Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey and you will have the opportunity drive your career forward. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network.  

Brief Overview of the Vacancy : Southeast Motors Volvo Croydon Autocare Technician Apprenticeship
Qualifications required : GCSE grades 9 – 4 (A – C) or equivalent in English and Maths.

In Scotland, applicants must have or be predicted to achieve Scottish National 5 Grades A - C or above in English and Maths.

'Equivalent' grades include:

BTEC first diplomas and certificates
OCR Nationals
Key Skills Level 2
NVQs
Essential Skills (Wales)
Functional Skills Level 2
Core Skills (Scotland)
We accept predicted grades and conditional offers can be made based on predicted grades.
Personal Qualities : Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate skills in logic and problem solving. You should be someone who pays attention to detail and is committed to completing this apprenticeship programme.
Things to consider : As part of our commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, all applications are automatically anonymised by our recruitment system. This is with the aim of realising our ambition to have a workforce that is reflective of the community we serve and eliminating unconscious bias, allowing employees to be appointed based on their talent, skills, and experiences regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

English and Maths guidance from the government changed on 11/02/25. This employer wishes to support upskilling in both English and Maths by exception and as such the entry grade criteria as advertised still applies.

The closing date for this vacancy is 14/11/2026 and interviews are expected to be held week commencing 16/11/2026. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. We therefore advise candidates to submit their applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment. <