Apprentice Motor Vehicle Technician - MID07227

Ktpws; Scotland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council is offering an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Motor Vehicle Technician at Bonnyrigg Garage. This full-time, temporary position will provide training alongside Edinburgh College, focusing on vehicle maintenance and repair. Candidates will need basic mechanics knowledge, strong problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn. Successful applicants will develop their skills over a four-year training period, with career progression linked to performance.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of tools and workshop safety.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards one).

Responsibilities

• Assist with vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Learn to use diagnostic tools for vehicle assessment.
• Participate in training programs as per college schedule.

Skills

Interest in mechanics and vehicle maintenance

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Basic IT literacy

Education

Core Skills at Intermediate 2 on Numeracy, Communication, ICT, Problem Solving & Working with Others

Job description

# Apprentice Motor Vehicle TechnicianRef no:: MID07227Published:: 15/12/2025Closes:: 11/01/2026Location:: Bonnyrigg Garage High Street, Bonnyrigg, EH19 2AESalary:: £25,904 - £29,586 per year pro rataContract Type:: TemporaryPosition Type:: Full TimeHours:: 39 hours per week## Job Vacancy - Genuine interest in mechanics and vehicle maintenance- Basic understanding of tools and workshop safety- Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn new skills- Good communication skills- Basic IT literacy for diagnostic tools and record-keeping- Full UK driving licence (or working towards one)- Positive attitude and reliabilityCore Skills at Intermediate 2 on Numeracy, Communication, ICT, Problem Solving & Working with OthersCLOSING DATE - Sunday 11th January 2026INTERVIEW DATE - Wednesday 21st January 2026## Job AdvertPosition Title: Apprentice Vehicle Motor TechnicianPosition Number: RDC010Directorate: PlaceLocation: Bonnyrigg GarageContract Status: Fixed Term for 4 years from start dateHours of Work: 39Working Pattern: 07:30-16:00 m-th 07:30-15:00 F / Times vary when at collegeWeeks per year: 52Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale.Candidates will be paid in line with progression through training programme in conjunction with Edinburgh College – progression paid upon college acknowledgement of progression to next stage.Year 1 – Grade 1 - £28,062.93Year 2 – Grade 2 – £29,161.84Year 3 – Grade 3 - £30,545.65Year 4 – Grade 4 - £32,051.57## Additional InformationIf you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please call 0131 271 3063 to speak to a member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number. Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter.If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement