Mechanics

Our Mechanics Department can help you to...

Learn to fully service a vehicle
Remove and refit wheels and tyres
Check and fix exhausts, brakes and suspension
Change the engine oil and filter
Get Emergency First Aid, Manual Handling & Driving Theory qualifications
No prior experience is necessary as full training is given

Our Programme

Our Level 1 course lasts 3 months. Level 2 is a further 3 month placement. Please read the ‘Length of Stay’ section on our Referrals page for more information.

Level 1 is about learning the basics of the trade and gaining work experience.

Level 2 is about Increasing your work experience and skill level.

By the end of Level 2, trainees will usually have had the opportunity to take tests and acquire:

Driving Theory
Emergency First Aid
Manual handling
Abrasive Wheels (Grinders)

Examples of dept skills you can learn:

Checking the operation of a vehicles clutch and gear selection
Reading stored ECU fault codes with a diagnostic tool
Checking for condition and operation of all doors, hinges, locks and fuel filler cap
The safe mounting and lifting of a car on the two post ramp
Using the correct tools and technique to test suspension components for excess wear
Checking suspension springs and shock absorbers for defects
The safe removal and refitting of car tyres on steel and alloy rims
Re-balancing wheels after a tyre change
Testing a vehicle’s battery and charging system
Inspecting and changing front brake discs
Inspecting an exhaust system for leaks and other issues
Changing the engine oil and filter
Changing a set of spark plugs