Heritage/Blade Honda Abingdon - Motorcycle Technician Apprenticeship
Heritage/Blade Honda Abingdon · Abingdon-on-Thames
Honda motorcycle apprenticeship is designed specifically for individuals who have a passion for 2-wheels and who would relish the opportunity to work on Honda’s range of world renowned, revolutionary and innovative motorcycle models.
A motorcycle technician services and repairs motorcycles, motorised scooters, all-terrain vehicles (ATV’s), tricycles and vehicles where the rider sits astride the frame, within either the franchised or independent motorcycle sector.
A motorcycle technician works on all of the systems of the motorcycle. The nature of the work ranges from replacing components through to rectifying complex faults with the aid of specific diagnostic methods and equipment. Motorcycles require individual set up and adjustment in relation to rider requirements which range from leisure, commuting, commercial and competition use.
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 (including electronic fault diagnosis)
- Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centres records
You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of motorcycles. From heritage motorcycles to leading edge modern motorcycles, our range will provide you with a varied technical training experience to build your skills as a Motorcycle Technician/Mechanic.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship
Skills required
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
Today’s motorcycle technician has to demonstrate expertise in the technical side of their role. They need strong problem solving skills and a good grasp of the theoretical, practical and safety aspects of motorcycle systems.
They must be able to work independently and also operate as an effective team member, understand how their workshop and a motorcycle business functions from a commercial perspective, develop good customer handling skills and identify ways in which they can work efficiently.
Qualifications required
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)
• Functional Skills Level 2
• Core Skills (Scotland)
We accept predicted grades and conditional offers can be made based on predicted grades.
Training you'll get
Training Provided
Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre.
Successful applicants must be prepared to travel to the Honda Institute, in Bracknell, to complete their apprenticeship training. All training-related costs are fully covered as part of the programme, including travel, accommodation, and meals.
In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and at the Honda Institute.
This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications.
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
Future prospects
Future prospects
Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey and you will have the opportunity drive your career forward. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network.
The essentials
Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.
Training provider
Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.
