Job Description

Apprentice Customer Service - RH Commercial Vehicles

Location:

Peterborough

Contract Type:

Apprenticeship

Salary:

National Minimum Wage (Apprenticeship)

Level:

Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3)

Duration:

Typically 15 months
Are you a people person with a passion for delivering excellent service? RH Commercial Vehicles (RHCV) is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Apprentice Customer Service Representative. This is an exciting opportunity to kick-start your career in customer service within a leading commercial vehicle business.

About the Role...

As an Apprentice Customer Service Representative, you will become a trusted point of contact for our customers, supporting them with enquiries and vehicle needs. You'll also gain experience handling more complex or technical customer queries and help ensure a smooth and professional customer journey from start to finish.

Working closely with our service teams, you'll learn how to provide expert advice, support the workshop and parts teams, and deliver tailored customer service that meets the needs of our clients across a wide range of industries.

What's in it for you?...

Earn while you learn.

No student debts for you! At the end of your apprenticeship, you'll be on a fantastic wage and ready to progress in the business.

Career Progression.

We're here to help you achieve your career goals with industry-leading training and support.

Expert mentorship

: Work alongside experienced technicians to gain invaluable skills.

Formal qualifications

: Achieve industry-recognised certifications through structured training programs.

Boost Your Health.

Enjoy a large range of perks to keep your mind, body and health in peak condition. We offer company pension schemes, sick pay and holiday allowance.

Extra Benefits!

Enjoy designated break areas kitted out to boost your downtime, fantastic company events, Christmas Gift Cards, and free access to our well-being programme which includes plenty of Highstreet discounts.

Job Security:

Be part of any industry that keeps the UK moving.

AND MORE!

What You Will Learn

The full customer journey and how to manage customer expectations effectively Professional communication skills, both verbal and written Techniques for resolving complaints and handling escalated queries How to use industry IT systems and digital tools The impact of customer service on business performance Commercial awareness and how to make cost-conscious decisions Regulatory knowledge and industry best practices

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the first point of contact for customer service enquiries Communicate effectively with internal departments and customers to resolve queries Maintain up-to-date product and technical knowledge Support continuous improvement in the customer experience Provide timely and accurate quotations and process orders Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet service standards and customer expectations

What We're Looking For

A strong interest in customer service and the automotive industry Friendly, approachable, and professional communication style Willingness to learn and take ownership of personal development Good organisational and problem-solving skills Ability to work well in a team and on your own initiative GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths - or a willingness to achieve Level 2 prior to End Point Assessment Some prior customer service or mechanical knowledge (desirable but not essential)

Entry Requirements

RHCV is looking for individuals with strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a passion for customer service. No formal qualifications are required, but candidates must be willing to work towards achieving Level 2 English and Maths before the end of the apprenticeship.

What You'll Gain

A nationally recognised

Level 3 Customer Service Specialist Apprenticeship

Practical experience working within a commercial vehicle business Eligibility to join the

Institute of Customer Service

at

Professional level

Opportunities for career progression into service or parts advisor roles and beyond

Who are RH Commercial Vehicles?

With over 40 years of experience in the commercial vehicle market, we are the trusted dealer for all things trucks and vans. As an official Renault Trucks and Isuzu Trucks dealer, we operate from six sites across the East Midlands, providing unmatched service and support to our customers.

Our team is large, lively and passionate about what we do - and you could be the next proud professional to join our team. Based at our Peterborough site, you'll join a skilled workshop team that's the beating heart of our business, driving success every day.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From 7.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Transport links
Ability to commute/relocate:

Peterborough PE1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person