BUILD YOUR CAREER JOURNEY WITH HUNDO

Paul Tunnicliffe, Technical Advisor at City & Guilds, discusses his journey from automotive apprentice to educator and advisor, offering insights on careers in the evolving automotive industry. He emphasizes the importance of passion, lifelong learning, and the growing role of AI in vehicles. He also highlights various career paths beyond vehicle mechanics, such as heavy vehicles, motorsports, and automotive sales. Paul's advice focuses on gaining work experience, exploring different opportunities, and preparing for a dynamic, tech-driven future in automotive careers.

An apprenticeship in the automotive industry offers hands-on learning, practical skills development, and a collaborative environment that fosters personal and professional growth. Faye Cook, a CNC Turner at Xtrac, shares how her journey from school to a thriving career was driven by her passion for problem-solving and mechanical engineering. She highlights the importance of teamwork, precision, and continuous learning, noting how being neurodiverse has enhanced her practical skills. Faye encourages young women to embrace the challenge, emphasizing that the industry values dedication, curiosity, and diverse perspectives.

Mark Davidson, Director of Development at North London Garages and a veteran of 25 years in the automotive industry, shares his journey from a young car enthusiast working on Fords to becoming a senior technician and educator. His career has spanned technological evolution in vehicles—from manual locks to advanced cloud-connected cars. Davidson emphasizes the diverse opportunities within the automotive industry, including roles in design, manufacturing, detailing, and education. Ben Marriott, an RAC Patrol Apprentice, details his unconventional path to the industry, which included a degree in theoretical physics, a stint as a teacher, and work as an X-ray engineer. Discovering his passion for hands-on work, Marriott joined RAC, where he now thrives on the unpredictable nature of roadside assistance. He highlights adaptability and people skills as key to his role.