Citygate Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Colindale Service Technician Apprenticeship

Citygate Holdings Ltd - Colindale Van & Service Centre VWCV · London

Transport and LogisticsAdvanced Level 3On-site

The Service department is vital to the success of our business. From right first-time fixes, to delivering excellent customer service, our Service Technicians/Mechanics play a pivotal role in delighting our customers and encouraging their continued loyalty.


Every day is different within the Service department. As a Service Technician/Mechanic apprentice, some of your duties will include:

  • Use of diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults.
  • Testing of parts and systems to ensure correct working.
  • Following checklists to ensure all critical parts of vehicles are examined.
  • Carrying out bumper to bumper overview, service, and inspection.
  • Maintenance of electronic systems including on board entertainment systems.
  • Undertaking repair and maintenance of vehicle parts including clutches, gearboxes, tyres, brakes, and suspension.
  • Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centres records.
  • Maintenance of a clean and tidy work environment.


You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of products including traditional, hybrid and electronic engines. From heritage vehicles to leading edge modern technology, our range will provide you with a varied technical training experience to build your skills as a Service 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

Use of diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults; testing of parts and systems; following checklists; bumper-to-bumper servicing and inspection; maintenance of electronic systems; repair and maintenance of vehicle parts (clutches, gearboxes, tyres, brakes, suspension); accurate paperwork; maintaining a clean workspace; logic and problem solving; attention to detail; teamwork; strong communication; customer service; interest in vehicle engineering; enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

Qualifications required

GCSE grades 9–4 (A–C) in English, Maths and Science. In Scotland, Scottish National 5 Grades A–C or above in English, Maths and either a Science or Technical subject. Equivalent qualifications include BTEC first diplomas and certificates, OCR Nationals, Key Skills Level 2, NVQs, Essential Skills (Wales), Functional Skills Level 2, Core Skills (Scotland). Predicted grades are accepted and offers can be made on predicted grades. Note: English and Maths guidance changes as of 11 February 2025; entry criteria remains as advertised.

Training you'll get

Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Light Vehicle Standard (Level 3) apprenticeship; three-year training programme; exposure to traditional, hybrid, and electronic engines; comprehensive technical training across diagnostics, repair, and servicing.

Future prospects

Long-term career with excellent earning and progression opportunities after completing the apprenticeship.

The essentials

Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.

Hours 40 hours per week
Roles available 1
Posted 22 May 2026
Interviews 03 Jun 2026
Starts Jul 2026
Apply by 31 Jul 2026

Training provider

Inspiro

Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.

Where you'd be based

NW9 0EW

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