Apprentice Technician

Company: Donnelly Group
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Location: Northern Ireland
Job Description:

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 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 qualification while 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.


About The Role


Application process:


Being an Apprentice Technician requires attention to detail and an interest in understanding how things work. As part of our selection process, we will use an external training provider to assess your potential in the following areas:


  • Literacy
  • Numeracy
  • Able to demonstrate effective communication and team-working ability.
  • GCSE passes (grade C or above) including Maths, English and 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.
  • Reliability and punctuality.
  • Healthy and safety mindset.
  • 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 through Level 3 and on to higher apprenticeships.


Employee Benefits


Supporting our people at work and beyond.


  • 30 Days’ Holiday – increasing with long service
  • Employee Assistance Programme – including GP Anytime
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
  • Access to Discounted Private Medical Cover
  • Retail Discounts through BenefitHub
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Kingsbridge Diamond Membership Club
  • Continuous Development & Learning


Additional Information


This is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the post holder may be required to undertake other reasonable tasks as directed by the line manager.Donnelly Group reserves the right to expand the short-listing criteria to facilitate the recruitment process.


Donnelly Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and inclusion across our workforce.


Required Criteria


  • Able to demonstrate effective communication and team-working ability
  • 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
  • GCSE passes (grade C or above) including Maths, and English – ICT would be desirable.
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Health and safety mindset


Skills Needed


Problem Solving, Adaptability to Change, Effective Listening, Confidence


About The Company


Careers at Donnelly Group


For over 70 years, Donnelly Group has grown from a small family business in Caledon into Northern Ireland’s largest family-owned motor retailer. Today, our people are at the heart of everything we do across 22 leading automotive brands and 9 locations.


Whether you’re starting out, changing direction or taking the next step in your career, you’ll find opportunities across sales, aftersales, technicians, customer service, finance, marketing, administration and management.


Join a diverse and inclusive workforce, where your contribution matters and there are opportunities to learn, develop and grow.


Explore our current vacancies and discover where a career with Donnelly Group could take you.


Company Culture


Our Values


Five shared values. One Donnelly family.


Integrity


Passion


Trust & Respect


Employee Benefits


Supporting our people at work and beyond.


  • 30 Days’ Holiday – increasing with long service
  • Health Cash Back Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme – including GP Anytime
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
  • Pension Provision & Life Assurance
  • Access to Discounted Private Medical Cover
  • Retail Discounts through BenefitHub
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Kingsbridge Diamond Membership Club


Company Benefits


Health insurance, Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee discounts, Cycle to work, Competitive salary, Life insurance, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Progression opportunities, Service recognition increases to annual leave, Company employee App


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Posted: October 1st, 2026