Parts Modern Apprentice

Apprenticeships; Inverness; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is offering an apprenticeship for Parts Apprentices in Inverness, Scotland, providing hands-on training and support towards a Level 3 Parts Operations qualification. The role includes responsibilities in parts management and customer service, with essential skills in communication and numeracy required. You will receive mentorship and various employee benefits like flexible leave and private healthcare. Apply now and start your career with this exciting opportunity.

Benefits

Generous employee discounts

Private healthcare

33 days' annual leave

Qualifications

• National 4 or above in Maths, English and one other subject (or accredited equivalent).
• Strong communication skills and good levels of literacy and numeracy.
• Willingness to learn and use your own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and dispatching parts in a timely and professional manner.
• Dealing with enquiries, internal and external.
• Sourcing and pricing parts.
• Assisting with stock management.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good levels of literacy and numeracy

Willingness to learn

Ability to build good relationships

Ability to ask questions and learn quickly

Education

National 4 or above in Maths, English and one other subject

Job description

Job Overview

We have exciting opportunities across Scotland for Parts Apprentices to join Arnold Clark and work towards a recognised qualification.

At the end of your training, you’ll have gained a Level 3 Parts Operations qualification and hands‑on experience in an Arnold Clark Parts department.

You’ll also receive

• A mentor to support you in the workplace
• Three days of introductory training at our dedicated centres
• Help to achieve your driving licence in your second year of training with free lessons and two attempts at your test
• Information packs and an invite to our virtual open day before you start
• Free lunches at our training facilities
• All the benefits available to existing Arnold Clark employees: 33 days’ annual leave, Flexible leave, Generous employee discounts, Private healthcare, Workplace pension, …and much more

Ready to earn while you learn? As a Parts Apprentice at Arnold Clark, you will get valuable experience within our busy Parts department, with the opportunity to put theory into practice in a fast‑paced working environment.

As well as receiving on‑the‑job training, you’ll be trained at our in‑house Parts Academy and GTG Training, while being regularly assessed as you work towards a Level 3 Parts Operations qualification.

This role would suit someone who is self‑motivated, willing to learn and enjoys working with others while delivering a high standard of customer service. A career progression plan can be put in place for those looking to develop their career further.

Day‑to‑day duties

• Receiving and dispatching parts in a timely and professional manner
• Dealing with enquiries, internal and external, either face to face or over the phone
• Sourcing and pricing parts
• Working with various online systems
• Assisting with stock management
• Liaising with other departments within the company
• Working with a team in a busy environment

Essential Skills

• National 4 or above in Maths, English and one other subject (or accredited equivalent)
• Good levels of literacy and numeracy
• Strong communication skills
• Willingness to learn and listen to instructions
• Ability to build good relationships with your team and other departments
• Ability to ask questions and learn quickly on the job
• Willing to use your own initiative

Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.

We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). It’s best to apply right away to ensure you’re considered for this role.

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This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme. This means if you identify yourself as disabled, and meet the minimum criteria for this job, you should be offered an interview.