Vehicle Technician Apprentice

Location: Lipscomb Stellantis Canterbury
Salary: Apprentice wage (in line with National Minimum Wage for Apprentices)
Contract: Apprenticeship, Full-Time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm (plus Saturday morning rota)
Contact:mark.plummer@lipscomb.co.uk
Posted: April 2026
Closing Date: Open

This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in the automotive industry with one of the few remaining family-owned dealer groups. Based at our modern and well-equipped Canterbury Stellantis facility, this apprenticeship offers you the chance to learn on the job while working towards a recognised qualification as a Vehicle Technician.

Our site represents a strong portfolio of Stellantis brands including Fiat, Jeep, Abarth, Fiat Professional vans, and Alfa Romeo, giving you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a wide and varied range of vehicles within a dynamic manufacturer group.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our busy workshop as a Vehicle Technician Apprentice. You will work alongside experienced technicians while developing your skills in servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair work in line with manufacturer standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with servicing, maintenance, and repair work on a range of vehicles
• Learn how to diagnose faults using modern diagnostic equipment
• Support technicians in completing work to Stellantis manufacturer standards and guidelines
• Help ensure job cards and documentation are completed accurately and promptly
• Work collaboratively with service advisors and technicians to support workflow
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional workshop environment
• Engage fully with training and development to build technical knowledge

About You:

• Enthusiastic about starting a career as a Vehicle Technician
• A keen interest in cars, mechanics, and the automotive industry
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Good attention to detail and a positive attitude
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English are desirable
• Full UK driving licence preferred or working towards (desirable)

What We Offer:

• Full apprenticeship training leading to a recognised qualification in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
• Hands-on experience with leading Stellantis brands
• Ongoing training and mentorship from experienced technicians
• Modern workshop facilities and equipment
• Supportive, family-owned working environment
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within the motor trade

If you are keen to start your career as a Vehicle Technician and want to learn within a respected dealer group that will support your development, we would love to hear from you.