If your passion is for all things cars, a career in the motor industry could be for you. With several different disciplines for you to choose from and over 39 million vehicles on the UK’s roads, there’s no shortage of work to go round.
This industry is also fast changing, with new emerging technologies and the move towards hybrid and electric vehicles, there’s the opportunity to be at the forefront of modern practices and to keep developing new skills throughout your career. From being employed within big or small businesses, or even running your own business, there are a number of options available that will allow you to carve a career to suit your own skills, abilities and ambitions.
Skills required
Example career options
Select your course to begin your application
Autocare Technician Apprenticeship
Automotive Refrigerant Handling
Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance
Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement (DACEN003*)
Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement (DACEN003*)
Certificate in Light Vehicle and Hybrid/Electric Maintenance
Entry Level Steps to Motor Vehicle
Light Vehicle Maintenance
Light Vehicle Maintenance
Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) Apprenticeship
Vehicle Accident Repair
Vehicle Accident Repair
“I enjoy the hands-on learning and challenging myself to achieve my best.”
Eve Hardwick Level 2 Motor Vehicle![]()
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Kyle Maguire Level 2 Fabrication and Welding, former student at Winterhill School![]()