Location
363 Edgware Road, The Hyde, London NW9 6AF

Hours
Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with some Saturdays required. Shifts to be confirmed.

Salary
£16,640 for the first year, with potential increases depending on age and National Minimum Wage rates for apprentices.

About the Role
The Kia Academy offers a bespoke apprenticeship programme focused on education in electrification, delivered at the Kia Academy in Derby. As a Kia Apprentice, you will gain the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to become an expert Kia Technician and build a successful career with Kia while maximising your personal growth. The apprenticeship lasts for 3 years and combines hands-on work experience with formal training. Most of your time will be spent working on the job, learning by doing.

During your apprenticeship, you will:

- Service vehicles following manufacturer guidelines to ensure optimal performance
- Perform maintenance by replacing worn parts before failure
- Diagnose and repair vehicle faults
- Shadow qualified Kia Technicians to develop your skills in servicing, diagnosing, and repairing customer vehicles

Experience
No prior experience is required. The apprenticeship is designed to provide full training and support to develop your skills.

About you
- Strong communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Good organisational skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work well within a team

Qualifications
If you do not currently hold a Level 2 Autocare qualification, support will be provided through the apprenticeship programme to achieve this. Other relevant qualifications or industry experience can be shared and may allow adjustments to the apprenticeship to reflect your existing knowledge.