REQ ID: 130830

PROGRAMME TITLE: Level 3 Advanced Apprentice Automotive: Light Vehicle Technician, West Midlands

POSTING END DATE: 04/03/2026

START DATE: 7th September 2026

PROGRAMME DURATION: 4 years

LOCATION: Gaydon, Whitley, Ryton, Fen End

Due to the hands-on nature of this role, hybrid working is not feasible. JLR is a multi-site business, and you’ll be required to work with various departments across multiple locations.

ACHIEVE THE EXCEPTIONAL

You’ve picked the perfect time to take the first step on an extraordinary career path with JLR’s apprenticeship programme and be at the forefront of tomorrow’s technology. Experience first-hand how innovation shapes the future of mobility. Arrive as you are. Achieve the exceptional.

Your journey begins here.

Level 3 Advanced Apprentice Automotive: Light Vehicle Technician, West Midlands

A JLR Advanced Apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to expand your knowledge by learning cutting-edge concepts and technologies at college and applying them to real-world projects.

We’ll introduce you to the future of automotive technology, giving you the platform to make a meaningful impact on JLR and our customers. This programme enables you to achieve your Level 3 apprenticeship and earn a vocational qualification relevant to your chosen field.

The Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Light Vehicle programme takes four years to complete and adheres to the Skills England Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician – Light Vehicle apprenticeship standard. For more details, please visit the Skills England apprenticeship standard webpage: Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle / Skills England

As an apprentice, you will develop the Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours (KSBs) outlined in the apprenticeship standard. These will be assessed during your End Point Assessment (EPA), where you will demonstrate the competencies and skills you’ve gained throughout the programme.

WHAT TO EXPECT

During your apprenticeship, you’ll spend a significant portion of your first year at Warwickshire College Group’s Trident College based in Warwickshire (CV34 6SW). Your typical hours at the training provider will be from 8:00 AM to 4:45PM Monday – Thursday and reduced hours on Friday's; you will receive a confirmed timetable upon joining us. Here you’ll be assigned a Work-Based Learning Manager (WBLM) and a JLR early careers cohort leader to support you throughout your apprenticeship journey.

Year 1 – Foundation Phase - In your first year, you'll focus on building your foundational knowledge of engineering and essential workplace competencies to ensure safety. You’ll spend time in workshops developing practical skills such as welding, electrical installation, milling, and fault finding. You’ll also take part in regular plant placements where you’ll have the opportunity to apply these newly acquired skills in a real-world environment. You will complete Phase One of the Light Vehicle qualification

Year 2 – Academic Knowledge and Skills Development - In your second year, you’ll divide your time between your workplace and training provider through block release. During this time, you will complete phase 2 Light Vehicle qualification and put your academic knowledge into action while working on site.

Year 3 – Academic Knowledge and Competence Development – In your third year you’ll divide your time between your workplace and training provider, spending four days on plant and one day at your training provider each week to complete Phase Three of the Light Vehicle qualification. You will continue to put your academic knowledge into action while working on site, focusing on developing your skills beyond the basics and working on real-world projects on-site at JLR.

Year 4 – Continuation of Competence Development and End Point Assessment - In your final year, you’ll complete your apprenticeship and prepare for your End Point Assessment, supported every step of the way by your Early Careers Cohort Leader.

This exciting programme is designed to help you build practical skills, deepen your technical knowledge, and develop key workplace behaviours like teamwork and problem-solving.

For this apprenticeship you will be based in our Engineering Operations (EO) team or Event Vehicle Operations (EVO) team.

Engineering Operations (EO) (Gaydon, Whitley or Ryton)

Engineering Operations (EO) are at the heart of JLR Engineering. Involved at every stage of the engineering process, they underpin technical innovation and product delivery with programme management, tools and processes and specialist technical services to deliver our world class products. A diverse team, EO harness a variety of skill sets, from project management, information management and data analytics, to building and testing prototypes. By joining Engineering Operations, you will make a difference to what we do.

As an apprentice within Engineering Operations, you could join one of us in one of the following teams:

Prototype Vehicle Team – you will work within the Product Development Workshops to deliver prototype vehicles for testing. You will learn mechanical and electrical skills for servicing and preparing test vehicles. In doing so, you will develop diagnostic and problem identification skills on prototype vehicles. All of this will be supported by a deep knowledge of best-in-class health and safety practices.

Test Team – You will develop industry-leading skills and practices within a full vehicle or component test environment. To do this you will learn a depth of technical proficiency in vehicle and rig building. This will require you to have a knowledge of mechanical theory, precision measurement, fluid power systems, fabrication and machining skills. All of this will be supported by a deep knowledge of best-in-class health and safety practices.

NVH Workshop Team – The NVH Workshop team enables the vehicle to be prepared for testing. To do so, you will learn amongst other things how to carryout mechanical tasks on basic and complex component systems while carrying out fault finding and diagnostics of NVH issues. You will undertake road tests and vehicle appraisals and install NVH materials and acoustic packs. You will complete tyre replacements, wheel balancing and road force variation checks. You will also learn how to carry out power down / power ups on electric vehicles and manufacture small bracketry to support instrumentation installation. You will also support NVH vehicle chambers with driving on the rolling road

Event Vehicle Operations (EVO) – Fen End

The primary purpose of JLR Event Vehicle Operations is to prepare and maintain fleets of vehicles to the highest possible standards both dynamically & aesthetically for a broad range of business requirements. Thus, giving the candidate the opportunity to work on a range of vehicles such as a single vehicle for a motoring journalist or other VIP’s, to management of fleets of up to 200 vehicles to support launch events or significant marketing requirements. The successful candidate will also be responsible for vehicle preparations for New Product Reveals, External Events, Photographic / Communications work, and Press requirements.

As part of your apprenticeship, you will also complete the Global Learner Journey. A programme that teaches you about JLR products. There are 4 modules in the GLJ Training, Service and Maintenance, Chassis, Electrical Diagnostics and Powertrain, each module takes approx. 5-6 months to complete, and each module has a competency assessment at the end to ensure you are competent to carry out the skills taught on your own and in a timely manner.

Alongside the Apprenticeship and the GLJ there will be opportunities to get involved with TIC (Team Improvement Circle) projects and Ideas for improvement. There will be opportunities to gain experience across the department, as well as Volunteering projects within the local community and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) events that you will have the opportunity to be involved with.

WHAT’S REQUIRED?

To apply, you’ll need to have achieved, or be on track to achieve, GCSE Maths and English Language at level 4 (C) or above. You’ll also need three additional GCSEs at level 4 (C) or higher, including at least one STEM (science, technology, engineering or maths) subject or an Engineering vocational qualification at level 3/90 credits/540 GLH or higher.

We’re looking for a diverse range of people who bring innovative thinking, fresh perspectives, and a passion for developing class-leading products. You'll need an interest in engineering, along with genuine excitement and passion for helping JLR deliver next-generation products and technology.

If you do not hold or aren’t studying for the qualifications above but believe you have equivalent awards or skills, please contact us at apprent@jaguarlandrover.com for a discussion before submitting your application.

REWARDS AND BENEFITS

Our 2026 apprenticeship programme salary is £16,893. You’ll also enjoy a generous holiday allowance, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, an excellent pension scheme and access to a wide range of deals and discounts from retailers and sports clubs.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

At JLR, we’re passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and reach their full potential.

JLR is committed to delivering equal opportunities for all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with our recruitment team so we can accommodate your needs.

To learn more about diversity and inclusion at JLR, please visit our website.

ARRIVE AS YOU ARE. ACHIEVE THE EXCEPTIONAL.

You will channel your curiosity and creativity every day, sharpening your skills for a successful, transformative career. You own your development, and only you can make it happen. We’ll be there right by your side in your pursuit of exceptional, and we’ll provide all the encouragement and support you need for a long, fulfilling career. Your potential for impact starts here.

Please be aware that we may close our programmes at any point and at short notice based on the volume of applications received. To give yourself the best chance of being considered for a place on this programme, please apply early.

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