Parts Apprentice

Type: Apprentice
Region: London

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

Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.

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

You’ll also receive?

A mentor to support you in the workplace.

Two 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, from holidays to free private healthcare.

Location

Various branches across Inverness.

Hours

Full time, 39 hours per week

Ready to earn while you learn?

As a Parts Apprentice at Arnold Clark, you will get valuable experience within our busy Parts departments, 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 and be regularly assessed as you work towards a Level 3 Parts Distribution 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 the role 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

You must have gained 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

In return, you’ll receive extensive training and a qualification which will help you to build a rewarding career in the automotive industry. You’ll also receive one of the best employee benefits packages in the industry, including great staff retail discounts, life assurance, private healthcare and preferential rates on new and used cars.

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