Level 3 Light Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician
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Level 3 Light Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician
This apprenticeship program trains Light Vehicle Technicians to diagnose faults, repair vehicle systems, and work on real vehicles. Apprentices will receive hands-on training, support from experienced trainers, and qualifications to start a career in the motor industry.
Programme Overview
The Future of Your Workshop Starts Here
Today’s vehicles are more complex than ever. Without the right skills in your team, your business could struggle to keep up. The Level 3 Light Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship ensures your technicians are equipped to handle evolving diagnostic technologies and vehicle systems. This programme is designed to fill critical skills gaps, reduce staff turnover, and increase workshop efficiency. Delivered via block release at our purpose-built academies, apprentices benefit from immersive, hands-on training with expert coaches and the latest tools. You'll benefit from consistent communication, detailed progress reviews and clear ROI - backed by a provider that’s Ofsted Outstanding and trusted by the UK’s leading brands.
What's covered?
Get confident that your team can:
- Service and repair all vehicle systems
- Use advanced diagnostic equipment
- Follow safety, environmental and business procedures
- Deliver excellent customer handling
- Master electrics, engines, transmissions, brakes, and suspension
Who is this for?
- Employers needing skilled technicians
- Businesses looking to reduce recruitment costs
- Teams needing better retention and technical capabilities
- Employers wanting to utilise their Apprenticeship Levy effectively
Assessment
- Online multiple choice knowledge test
- Practical observation across key workshop skills
- Professional discussion based on logbook evidence
Qualifications Gained
- Level 3 Light Vehicle Technician
- IMI Refrigerant Handling
- Functional Skills (if required)
How this Apprenticeship Adds Value
Stay Competitive. Train with Confidence.
Develop the next generation of service and maintenance technicians - built around your business.
In a sector where technology is evolving fast and skilled talent is in short supply, this apprenticeship gives you a smarter, more sustainable way to grow. With immersive training, structured workplace support, and full visibility throughout, we equip your apprentice with the tools, knowledge, and behaviours to deliver real results in your workshop - now and in the future.
Block Release
Workplace Mentors
Progress Reviews
Learner Experience Platform (LXP)
Skills Builder
Gateway Milestones
Trainer Expertise
Safeguarding and Support
Why employers choose Remit
Block Academy Training
Our hands-on training is delivered in modern academies using industry-standard diagnostic equipment, helping your apprentices apply what they learn immediately back in your workshop.
Progress Tracking
Stay fully informed with real-time updates through e-portfolios, progress reviews and online dashboards—so you can track development and performance with zero guesswork.
Trusted by the Industry
We’re the training partner of choice for leading brands including Scania, Royal Mail, Aston Martin and more. Employers trust us to deliver results because we understand the pressures of the automotive sector and deliver to its standards.
Mentorship Support
We give you practical workplace guidance including structured task lists, so your team knows how to support your apprentice effectively - ensuring consistent development.
Nationwide Delivery You Can Rely On
Wherever you're based, we can support you. With high-spec training centres across the UK and the ability to work with multi-site employers, our national coverage ensures consistent delivery and support wherever your apprentices are located.
Built for ROI
Apprentices come out workshop-ready, confident in diagnostics, servicing and modern vehicle systems - reducing time to value, improving retention, and futureproofing your team.
A Proven Solution to Close Your Skills Gap
Reduce downtime, boost ROI, and retain your best people.
With workshop-ready training, expert support, and full visibility throughout the journey, this apprenticeship helps you build a stronger, more capable team from within. Whether you're growing new talent or upskilling your current workforce, partnering with the UK’s leading automotive training provider means you get more than just training - you get results that drive performance across your business.
Adam Plastow
Commercial Academy & Apprenticeship Manager, Volvo Truck & Bus
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Why we chose Remit? Automotive is the core for Remit..it’s also their ability to change. The automotive industry is changing massively and it’s changing quicker and quicker and Remit have that ability to change and it’s driven all the way through. We’ve worked with the Scottish arm of the business for some years now and we’ve found that relationship to be really productive so my thoughts would be that would spread across the business, and my thoughts would be correct.
Sue Burton
Apprenticeships Manager, David Lloyd Leisure
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Remit are a fantastic fit to us within our vision and values, they are flexible to help us build the programme that’s really right for us... that’s been the strongest point for us that’s made this partnership really work.
Jemelle Bish
Career Development Manager - Stonegate Group
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It’s been about 9 years we’ve been in partnership for which has been an absolutely unbelievable journey. We work in absolute unity with Remit, they’ve worked with us to really understand our culture, our DNA, what’s needed for our people, the Development Coaches talk in our language, they really understand Stonegate as a business and that’s a partnership.
Claire Booth
People & Culture Director, Scania (Great Britain) Limited
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Apprenticeships represent a key investment for the future of Scania and the wider automotive industry. We are delighted to have been able to select [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] as our new training provider and look forward to welcoming the next generation of apprentices into our dealer network.
Kickstart Your Career in Automotive
Let’s get you on the road to success.
Fill in the form and we’ll help you explore your next step. Whether you’re fresh out of school or already in the trade, this apprenticeship is a chance to earn money, learn real skills and build a future you can be proud of.
We’ll guide you from where you are to where you want to be.
Start Your Career With Confidence
If you love fixing things, working with your hands, and want to start a career that puts you in demand, this programme is for you. As a Light Vehicle Technician apprentice, you’ll learn how to diagnose faults, repair all systems in a car or van, and work on real vehicles with real tools. You’ll get paid to train in our expert academies, be supported by experienced trainers, and gain qualifications that open doors in the motor industry. Whether you’re joining straight from school or switching careers, we’ll help you every step of the way.
What's covered?
Learn how to:
- Service and repair all vehicle systems
- Use advanced diagnostic equipment
- Follow safety, environmental and business procedures
- Deliver excellent customer handling
- Master electrics, engines, transmissions, brakes, and suspension
Who is this for?
- Aged 16 or over
- Love practical work and problem-solving
- Want to earn while you learn
- Ready to commit to full-time training and work
Assessment
- Online multiple choice knowledge test
- Practical observation across key workshop skills
- Professional discussion based on logbook evidence
Qualifications Gained
- Level 3 Light Vehicle Technician
- IMI Refrigerant Handling
- Functional Skills (if required)
How this Apprenticeship Adds Value
Get hands-on, get qualified, and get paid to do what you enjoy.
This apprenticeship is your chance to turn an interest in cars into a real career. You'll learn by doing - working on real vehicles, using modern tools, and being coached by people who’ve done the job themselves. Whether you want to be a top-level technician or explore diagnostics, engineering or leadership, it starts here - with the support you need to succeed.
Block Release
Workplace Mentors
Progress Reviews
Learner Experience Platform (LXP)
Skills Builder
Gateway Milestones
Trainer Expertise
Safeguarding and Support
Why employers choose Remit
Get Paid to Learn
You’ll earn a wage while you train - so you can start your career without student loans or classroom-only lessons.
Learn By Doing
Most of your training happens in a real workshop with real vehicles, not just in a classroom. You’ll build practical skills that employers need.
Coaching That Works
From expert tutors to structured support from your workplace, you’ll be surrounded by people who want to help you succeed.
Progress You Can See
With regular reviews and a personal learning platform, you’ll always know how you’re doing and what’s coming next.
Support That Has Your Back
From skills coaching to mental health support, we’ve got your wellbeing covered - because we know life doesn’t stop at work.
A Career That Grows with You
Start as a technician, move into diagnostics or explore management - the skills you learn here can take you further than you think.
Stay Focused. Move Forward.
Build skills that lead to a real future on your terms.
This apprenticeship gives you more than just a qualification. You’ll gain confidence, experience and the chance to earn while you learn. With hands-on training, expert coaches and a clear path to progress, you’ll be building more than just vehicles - you’ll be building your career.