Apprentice Technician Opportunity – Donnelly Group

The Donnelly Group is currently recruiting for its annual intake of Apprentice Technicians seeking to establish a career in the Motor industry. With locations across Northern Ireland, we are ready for you to join our team and drive your career forward.

We are proud of our apprentices, their passion for our brand and their determination to learn, develop and surpass in their careers. Our apprentices are fundamental to our continuing success and development of some of the most renowned car manufacturers in the motor industry. The Donnelly Group will support your chosen career from an Apprentice Technician, onwards to a Master Technician and onto Senior Management.As part of the Donnelly Group family, you’ll be part of an iconic world-leading brand portfolio, with a heritage spanning 70 years. This opens up access to some of the world’s most famous vehicles, enabling you to continually develop your skills by training to achieve a full understanding of the latest vehicles and technologies. Some of our manufacturers include; Jaguar, Land Rover, Volkswagen, Honda, Alfa Romeo and many more.

Join our apprentice scheme and you will get the opportunity to obtain a third level qualification, enhancing your career prospects. With a team of experienced mentors and on the job training while you earn, our apprenticeship programme offers job security and a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your long term career with Donnelly Group.

Essential skills required:

Able to demonstrate effective communication and team-working ability

GCSE passes (grade C or above) including Maths, and English – ICT would be desirable.

Demonstrate good problem solving techniques and methodical approach to tasks

Must have desire to succeed in a career within the Motor Industry

Have signed up and have been accepted into a College/Training Provider

Application for Level 2 and the Level 3 Apprenticeships are welcomed by The Donnelly Group. As part of your Apprenticeship we will support your progression from Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE) through Level 3 (equivalent to A-Level) and on to higher apprenticeships.

We will offer you a fantastic rewards and benefits package: 

Competitive and above average wages

Tools Assistance Programme

30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Pension scheme

Life assurance scheme

Discount on Aftersales services

Donnelly Group Charity Foundation volunteer day

Cycle to work scheme

Healthshield (Health Scheme, with perks & discounts)

Member of the Diamond Club at Kingsbridge Hospital

Choose a career with us for a dynamic and rewarding career in Northern Ireland’s largest independent and fastest growing motor retailers.

Donnelly Group is an equal opportunities employer.

The company reserves the right to expand the short listing criteria to facilitate the short listing process

Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity

• Problem Solving
• Adaptability to Change
• Effective Listening
• Confidence

 Applications close: 14th March 2025

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