About the apprenticeship
Duties
Every day is different within the Motorcycle Service department. As a Motorcycle Technician/Mechanic Apprentice, some of your duties will include: Basic repairs and maintenance: Differing front and rear suspension systems, Front and rear, and combined braking systems, Frame construction and knowledge of welding and brazing methods, Handle bar direct control, steering setup and geometry systems, Wheels and tyre specifications, characteristics and uses to include competition, off road, road use and touring, Engine/power source, including two stroke, four stroke, single and multiple cylinder construction, plus electric propulsion How to service, inspect and maintain motorcycles to ensure safe operation meeting all legal, licensing and customer expectations and requirements Diagnostic principles, trouble shooting, logical problem solving and repair techniques Electrical systems including engine management, lighting, monitoring and instrumentation, security and accessory fitting.
Additional information
On successful completion of the Apprenticeship programme, you will receive the following qualification (or the equivalent qualification for your devolved nation):
Level 3 Motorcycle technician Repair and Maintenance
Honda Maintenance Technician Award
The Honda Challenge Personal Development Programme
Fire Awareness Training
Emergency First Aid for Appointed persons
Requirements
Qualifications
GCSE grades 9 – 4 (A – C) or equivalent in English, Maths and one other subject
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) We are looking for people who are passionate about our industry and our brand. Some of the personal skills that you should think about showing us in your application are:
Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
Teamwork
Strong communication
Customer Service
Interest in motorcycle engineering
Skills
We are looking for people who are passionate about our industry and our brand. Some of the personal skills that you should think about showing us in your application are:
Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
Teamwork
Strong communication
Customer Service
Interest in motorcycle engineering
Welsh language
Welsh spoken skills: No
Welsh written skills: No
If you are interested in doing an apprenticeship through the medium of Welsh or bilingually, please contact the training provider to find out if it is available.
Training provided
Training provider
Inspiro Learning
Qualification
Motorcycle Technician Repair and Maintenance
Disability confident
Is this employer disability confident: No
What is disability confident?
Disability confident employers are committed to offering equal opportunities for people with disabilities and health conditions.
Employer details
Honda CMC Thunder Road
Tremains Rd,
Bridgend
CF31 1UA