Job description
- Retailers:Citygate Volkswagen Ruislip
- Job Category:Aftersales
- Vacancy Type:Full-time
Apprentice Technician Year 1
About the Role
Want to get hands-on with real vehicles while earning and learning at the same time? Are you passionate about how things work and enjoy solving problems? At Citygate, we're looking for a motivated and curious person to join us as an Automotive Technical Apprentice. This is your chance to train with expert technicians, gain industry-recognised qualifications, and build a career with one of the UK's leading dealer groups.
Key Responsibilities
You'll be based in our workshop, learning to inspect, maintain, and repair vehicles under supervision. You'll carry out routine servicing, diagnose faults, and work with tools and diagnostic equipment. As your skills grow, you'll take on more complex tasks with support from your mentor. Key tasks include:
- - Carrying out routine vehicle servicing and checks
- - Learning to diagnose faults using specialist tools
- - Helping with repairs and part replacements
- - Following workshop health and safety procedures
- - Supporting experienced technicians on technical tasks
About You
Do you like working with your hands and understanding how things work? We're looking for someone who's practical, ready to learn, and wants to build real technical skills. Being focused, reliable, and careful with tools and equipment will help you succeed. It helps to enjoy solving problems and being part of a busy team. You don't need experience—we'll teach you everything through training and real workshop tasks. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Your attitude and curiosity matter most.
Want to kick-start your technical career in the motor industry?
What's in it for You?
At Citygate, you'll get the training, support, and real chances to grow. Our benefits are designed to help you succeed, including:
- - Access to our in-house training academy
- - EV training (Levels 1–4) and Volkswagen National Learning Centre courses
- - Staff discounts on parts, servicing, and vehicles
- - High street discounts and wellbeing support
- - Pension, life assurance, and paid holidays
About Citygate
Citygate Automotive is a successful, privately owned company that has grown steadily over the last twenty years. We employ over 650 people across London, Berkshire, Hertfordshire, and Buckinghamshire. We work with trusted brands like Volkswagen, ŠKODA, SEAT, CUPRA, and Kia. We believe in quality, training, and helping our people grow. You'll get the tools and support you need to succeed.
How to Apply
If you're ready to learn a trade and build your future as a qualified technician, apply now to join the Citygate team as a Technical Apprentice.