Trainees Of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Advanced Modern Apprenticeship Completes Programme

Recently, 54 trainees completed the Advanced Modern Apprenticeship programme at the Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Apprentice Training Centre. The Class of 2020 can now join the other 900-plus graduates who have successfully entered the Mercedes-Benz network as advanced technicians.

“At Mercedes-Benz, we believe in the continuous development of an individual, training them to be self-reliant and driven for perfection. Over the years, we have seen many graduates join the programme and excel in their automotive career with us. The programme is designed to not only nurture young Malaysians by exposing them to advanced technical skills but also helps them future-proof their careers by learning from the finest in the industry. It is our goal to have a pool of well-trained, technically skilled workforce for our network across Malaysia to ensure that our customers get the best driving experience and uncompromising quality of their vehicle,” said Dr Claus Weidner, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia.

The apprentice programme is currently in its 36th year. It was set up with the aim to nurture local Malaysian talent to become world-class technicians and join the Mercedes Benz network.

“We aim to nurture our local talent, moulding them into the best version of themselves as they embark on their journey in the automotive industry. Despite the ups and downs over the last few months in the automotive industry, we remain committed to delivering the Best Customer Experience, while we contribute to the nation’s demand for highly skilled talent in the automotive industry,” Jeffrey Simon, Vice-President for Customer Services at Mercedes-Benz Malaysia added.

The Advanced Modern Apprenticeship provides the best-in-class training module to develop the best automotive talents in the country. This is a three-year programme with full scholarship under the National Dual Training System (NDTS), in collaboration with the Department of Skills Development (JPK) of the Ministry of Human Resources.

The students are taught the latest technical knowledge and diagnostic skills to match the advanced technology of Mercedes-Benz products. Throughout the three-year course, students are trained by certified trainers according to the international standards set by Daimler AG. The course curriculum is set at 30% theory and 70% practical based, with on-the-job training.

On completion, students will receive three certifications i.e. Mercedes-Benz Automotive Mechatronic Training Certificate, Mercedes-Benz Qualified Maintenance Technician Certificate, and the National Dual Training System Certificate which is equivalent to the Malaysian Skills Certificate Level 3 (SKM 3). They are also guaranteed a four-year employment tenure.

The graduating Class of 2020 also recognised 24-year old Muhammad Afiq bin Dzil Hisham from Klang, Selangor with The Best Student Award. Afiq was voted the best student by all the vocational trainers as he excelled in every aspect over the three-year course, which includes Punctuality, Work Efficiency, Proper Use of Tools, Knowledge, Safety Consciousness, Behaviour, Interpersonal Skills, Work Attitude and Responsibility.

Graduating as a globally certified apprentice and the Best Student Award winner, Afiq said “I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mercedes-Benz Malaysia for this valuable training. We have learned a lot and worked hard over the last three years to get to where we are today, and we could not have done that without the guidance of our trainers, family, and friends as we are now globally certified apprentices.”

Trainees from the program are introduced and exposed to a wide range of skills which includes presentation, analysing, decision making, strategic thinking, mentoring, self-discipline and most fundamentally, teamwork.

The Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Apprentice Training Centre was initiated in September 1984 and established to instil ‘self-reliant learning’ and ‘life-long learning’ philosophies among Malaysian youth. The Training Centre is a 55,000 sq ft facility and staffed by 14 dedicated trainers. The training facility is equipped with state-of-the-art training equipment, purpose-built classrooms, and workshops that emulate real-life after-sales centres.

To be accepted into the training programme, interested candidates have to undergo a strict selection process which involves a pre-enrolment assessment examination by Daimler AG, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s parent company. Candidates also have to attend face-to-face interviews with the Recruitment Panel.

For more information on the Mercedes-Benz Advanced Modern Apprenticeship Programme, visit https://www.mercedes-benz.com.my/apprenticeship