Do you think you have what it takes to become a successful vehicle technician or sales executive?
Donnelly Group, Northern Ireland’s largest family-owned new and used vehicle retailer, is seeking applicants for its 2019 apprenticeship programmes.
An open day to inform and recruit Sales Executive and Vehicle Technician apprentices will take place on Thursday 20 June at Donnelly Group Headquarters in Dungannon, from 3pm to 7pm.
Representatives from the scheme educational partner, South West College will attend the event. Parents and potential applicants are welcome and can apply to their chosen programme on the day.
Robert Fitzpatrick, Head of Group Learning and Development at Donnelly Group, said the event will showcase the exciting apprenticeship opportunities available at Donnelly Group and they expect a high level of interest and applicants.
“In 2018 we welcomed 45 new apprentices, many of whom are now full-time employees, and we are sure this year’s scheme will be just as successful.
“Our Vehicle Technician and Sales Executive apprenticeship programmes provide hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, an opportunity to earn while you learn, industry-recognised qualifications and continual professional development.
“Excellent customer service is at the heart of all we do at the Donnelly Group across our nine locations and our apprenticeship programme provides access to the industry for those just starting out in their careers,” he said.
And he said customers are loyal, which he believes to be a result of the exceptional service they receive throughout both the sales and aftersales processes.
The Sales Executive course runs for 18 months after which successful candidates receive an IMI (Institute of Motor Industry) sales qualification.
The Gold Level 3 Motor Vehicle Technician apprenticeship provides participants with an NVQ level 2/3 and/or a foundation degree over a 4-year period.
Participants on both the Vehicle Technician and Sales Executive apprenticeship schemes will receive a salary throughout the apprenticeship.
Mr Fitzpatrick said over the past number of years, they have had more and more female applicants.
“It’s great to see this number of women interested in what was a traditionally male-dominated industry.
“We look forward to welcoming our new apprentices to an organisation which is continuously investing in its future, in terms of both employees and infrastructure,” he said.
Donnelly Group operates from 9 locations across Northern Ireland.
For more information on the Vehicle Technician and Sales Executive apprenticeship opportunities please contact, Donnelly Group Careers Team on 02887722887 or email careers@donnellygroup.co.uk
