Automotive Mechanic Trainee

Job Description

• Start Date: 1st March 2027
• Duration: 13 months
• Time Type: Full-Time (shift based - including weekend working)

• Greater London: Dartford, Heathrow, Park Royal, St Albans, Tottenham
• East: Cambridge, Chelmsford
• Midlands: Lincoln, Longbridge, Northampton, Nottingham, Solihull, Wolverhampton
• North: Chester, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield
• Northern Ireland: Belfast
• Republic of Ireland: Cork, North Dublin, South Dublin
• Scotland: Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow
• South: Bournemouth, Bristol, Exeter, Reading, Southampton, Winchester
• Wales: Cardiff

Job Responsibilities

This is your chance to enroll onto our industry-leading in-house training schedule, providing you with a challenging, yet exciting hands-on opportunity to fast-track your career as a Tesla Technician. Your progression & performance will be reviewed at each key training interval, equipping you with all the tools & skills required to succeed, and allowing you to further grow and develop your skills beyond the 24-month programme. This is a fantastic opportunity for motivated self-starters who thrive in taking accountability for their own learning & development. 

What you’ll do: 

• Learn and understand how to perform basic inspections, repairs & maintenance of Tesla vehicles 
• Always follow safety protocols & maintain professionalism 
• Learn effectively & efficiently throughout a fast-paced hybrid training schedule 
• Effectively handle multiple priorities, workload, and deadlines 
• Pass the mid-point & end-point programme assessments in order to graduate from the programme 

Whilst this format may be subject to change dependent on business needs, you can expect to learn technical modules such as: Chassis, Body, Glazing, Electrical, Infotainment, Driver Assistance Systems, Drivetrain, Thermal Systems, Vehicle inspection and Service. As part of our dedicated ‘enrichment weeks’ you’ll also have the chance to experience some of our other key Tesla functions across the business; these opportunities are designed to broaden your skillset & experience even further beyond the core programme. 

Your journey doesn’t end with the Traineeship. Working alongside our people-focused leadership team, subject to your performance & progression during the programme, you’ll have the opportunity to map out your potential future career trajectory within Tesla Service. Upon completion of the Traineeship, you’ll be given the opportunity to apply for any available full-time Tesla Service Technician roles that align with your strengths and aspirations. 

Job Requirements

• Prior experience with tools, diagnostics, or repair processes - whether through formal education, professional work experience or personal projects
• Whilst an NVQ/IMI diploma in vehicle maintenance is desirable, we also welcome candidates with practical know-how and a willingness to learn on the job
• Holding a Full UK or EU Driving Licence
• Eager to embrace a fast-paced hands-on training programme with unyielding enthusiasm  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills  
• Possess a ‘safety first’ attitude 
• An excellent multi-tasker with proven problem-solving abilities  
• Ability to maintain professionalism and always represent Tesla in a positive manner   
• Willingness to travel to a different Tesla office location or events when required 
• Willingness to work in shifts to support your team, which may include weekends, morning and evening shifts
• Not be in full-time education when the programme starts