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Motorcycle Technician Apprentice

Tamworth Motorcycles Limited · Tamworth · posted 7 September 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
3 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Motorcycle technician (repair and maintenance) (level 3)
Starts
5 October 2026
Closing date
25 September 2026
Positions
1

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  • Assist with routine maintenance (oil changes, brake checks, tyre fitting, etc.)
  • Help dismantle, clean, inspect and reassemble motorcycle components
  • Support in diagnostics and identifying mechanical or electrical faults
  • Aid in custom fabrication and fitting parts as required
  • Maintain a safe, clean and organised work area
  • Learn and apply good workshop practices and safety standards

What We’re Looking For:

  • Genuine interest in motorcycles and custom builds
  • Mechanical aptitude; some hands-on experience (even if personal-project or hobby work) is a plus
  • Good attitude: reliable, punctual, willing to learn
  • Ability to follow instructions and work well in a team
  • Basic understanding of mechanical/electrical systems is desirable

Your training

  • Candidates will work towards achieving the Motorcycle Technician (Repair and Maintenance) Apprenticeship Standard at level 3
  • They will also be required to study towards achieving level 2 maths and English functional skills if they do not already hold equivalent qualifications

The programme lasts for 36-months, with on-going support from the Academy team: 

  • Constant on the job support and training with their allocated buddies and two members of the full-time on-site trainers
  • Regular 1-2-1's to ensure they are "on track" with their college work and progressing with their practical skills in line with company expectations
  • Financial rewards for passing each college practical Gateway exams
  • Access to MHFA throughout the business to ensure learners get the correct help with coping mechanisms for their learning journey
  • The post-holder must be working towards gaining their driving licence by the end of the apprenticeship due to the requirements of the role. The apprentice will be expected to purchase basic tools throughout the apprenticeship duration to build up their own kit
  • Throughout the duration of the programme, the candidates will be expected to travel to EMTEC's training centre in Nottingham for 24 separate weeks to carry out skills training
  • The blocks are individual one-week blocks. Residential accommodation will be provided if required for the candidates

Where it leads

There is high potential of a permanent role with the organisation upon successful completion of your apprenticeship with room for progression.  

About Tamworth Motorcycles Limited

Tamworth Yamaha is a family run business, passionate about ensuring that all of our customers enjoy a proactive experience in an environment where they can share their passion for bikes with others. This passion and desire to make customers feel comfortable and important is led by Jonathan, our Managing Director, who brings a wealth of experience to the business, having previously run multi-franchised motorcycle stores.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsTeam workingInitiativePatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths and English (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • UNIT Q RIVERSIDE ESTATE, ATHERSTONE STREET, TAMWORTH, B78 3RW

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