Donnelly Group
Apprentice Technician
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Job Description
Location
69-73 Glenmachan Street (Boucher Road)
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 world's 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
- Mechanical Comprehension
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Essential Requirements
- 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.
- Health 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
- 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
- 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.
Equal Opportunities
Donnelly Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and inclusion across our workforce.
Apply now and take the next step in your career with Donnelly Group!
Skills Needed
- Improvement
- Servicing
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.
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Company Culture
Our Values
Five shared values. One Donnelly family.
- Team Ethos
- Integrity
- Passion
- Trust & Respect
- Innovation
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
- Continuous Development & Learning
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
Closing Date
Thursday 17th September, 2026
Contract Type
full time
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