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IGA sets sights on apprenticeships
- 27/07/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is calling on the automotive industry to provide their insights on apprenticeship opportunities within the sector. The focus is on identifying what can be done to create greater apprenticeship opportunities across the industry. The IGA will then use that feedback to lobby [...] -
IMI unveils new automotive skills campaign
- 18/07/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The Institute of the Motor Industry is embarking on a game-changing campaign to debunk the outdated perceptions that are at the heart of the recruitment challenges. The campaign is being launched as the industry faces a 20-year high in vacancies, with IMI data suggesting 111,400 roles need to be filled in the next [...] -
Automechanika Birmingham targets next generation
- 09/05/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Automechanika Birmingham has announced a dedicated student programme in partnership with Autotech Academy. On 8 June, Automechanika Birmingham and Autotech Academy will be hosting a series of sessions aimed at inspiring and educating students to help arm them with the skills and knowledge they need for the [...] -
Copart joins Chamber of Commerce skills initiative
- 28/03/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Copart recently attended a collaborative networking event with the Chamber of Commerce to discuss skills and training challenges, and explore potential solutions. The ‘Skills and Training: the Employers Voice’ event was held in the Digital Aviation Research and Technology Centre at Cranfield University, with [...] -
Allied Vehicles announces major recruitment drive
- 16/03/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Scottish manufacturer and supplier of specialist adaptive transport Allied Vehicles is launching a major recruitment drive to support a significant increase in production. The family firm, which converts a variety of vehicles to make them suitable for wheelchair users, both passengers and drivers, is ramping up [...] -
AutoRaise seeks new general manager
- 27/02/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Automotive charity AutoRaise has launched a recruitment campaign for the newly-created role of general manager. The successful candidate will accelerate the progress made by the charity, which includes direct involvement of over 600 apprenticeship starts in the last 12 months, 182 affiliated repairer sites, 18 [...] -
BCA to host special careers day
- 06/02/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Automotive services and vehicle remarketing company BCA is staging a special careers event at the BCA Rockingham Centre, in Corby on 7 February. Running from 11am to 7pm, the event will cover the wide range of automotive career opportunities on offer at BCA and will appeal to anyone interested in working in the [...] -
Bentley invites applications for 200 positions
- 24/01/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Bentley has announced a recruitment drive creating 200 new roles to support its Beyond100 strategy. While the positions cover multiple departments, approximately 50% are focused on electrical competencies as Bentley aims for full electrification of its product range within seven years. Although roles are based [...] -
Aston Martin launches major recruitment drive
- 23/01/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Aston Martin is recruiting for more than 100 jobs at its manufacturing facility in Gaydon. As the brand celebrates its 110th anniversary with the launch of a new range of sportscars, it is seeking more than 100 new automotive technicians to support production. The recruitment drive will include an offer of [...] -
Nissan Qashqai named UK’s top-selling model
- 05/01/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Nissan has announced a recruitment drive after its Qashqai was named the UK’s top-selling vehicle last year. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders a total of 42,704 Qashqai’s were sold last year, with 3,506 in December alone. To mark the achievement the company has developed a [...]