Fancy working for Skoda? A range of new positions are to become available in Kildare
A range of new jobs with car manufacturer ŠKODA are coming to Kildare as part of the company's large investment that will create 80 new positions nationwide.
ŠKODA Ireland is accepting applications for a range of trainee positions in Kildare and across its network, as part of a €400k investment that will support 80 new trainee positions being created over the next 4 years.
This recruitment drive comes as part of the car brand’s increased focus on training and career development here in Ireland. Among the roles to be filled between now and the end of the year is for Apprentice Technician at Sheehy Motors ŠKODA on the Newbridge Road in Naas.
In addition, further roles will also be available across the ŠKODA dealer network before the start of 2017, including:
- Parts Advisor
- Service Advisor
- Sales Executive
Speaking about the investment, David Rave, Head of After Sales at ŠKODA Ireland, said: “This is a significant investment for us at ŠKODA and one that we see as being extremely worthwhile. ŠKODA is seeing an unprecedented level of growth in Ireland at the moment which is fantastic news for us but unfortunately, there’s a shortage of suitably qualified technicians across the motor industry as dealerships weren’t in a position to invest in training during the recession. With this investment in training, we want to ensure that we’re attracting the most talented people to work for ŠKODA in Ireland so we can continue to provide the same excellent level of service that we’ve built our reputation on.
“We’re rolling out training schemes for a variety of roles and we are particularly proud of the offering we have for apprentice technicians. Traditionally it would have taken seven years to become a fully qualified ŠKODA technician but with this new scheme, apprentice technicians can complete their training fully within four years so it’s a really attractive prospect.”
Also commenting about the roles available in Kildare specifically, Frank Kelly, Dealer Principal at Eamon Sheehy Motors ŠKODA, said: “If you or anyone you know has an interest in these trainee positions we would urge you to apply. We take career development very seriously at Sheehy Motors ŠKODA and with jobs like these, plus the capacity for growth, development and promotion, we can give you an innovative, positive and deeply rewarding career for years to come.”
Potential applicants have until Wednesday, 30th November to apply for these positions, with interviews scheduled to take place in December and successful candidates starting in January 2017.