Summary
Scott Shearing Vehicle Repairs are looking for a new Commercial Vehicle Technician Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician (Heavy) – Level 3 apprenticeship.
Wage
£15,808 a year
Training course
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday (08:30-16:30).
40 hours a week
Start date
Monday 1 September 2025
Duration
3 years
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
This is a fantastic opportunity to undertake a 3-year Motor Vehicle & Maintenance Apprenticeship. You will work alongside qualified Technicians and 2nd and 3rd-year apprentices, gaining hands-on experience and multiple mechanical skills in a large workshop environment. You will also attend college every 6 weeks to support your learning and development.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist qualified Technicians in maintaining and repairing HGVs and other vehicles.
* Learn and adhere to Health & Safety protocols in the workshop.
* Gain knowledge and experience in the use of various tools and equipment required for vehicle maintenance and repair.
* Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy work environment.
* Initially shadow and assist qualified staff, gradually moving on to undertaking your own appropriate workload.
* Participate actively in all training sessions and apply the learned skills in practical settings.
* Complete all assigned coursework and assessments as part of your apprenticeship programme.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Strong willingness to learn and a proactive approach to tasks.
* Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
* Good communication skills.
* Basic understanding of Health & Safety practices.
Benefits:
* Fully funded 3-year Motor Vehicle & Maintenance Apprenticeship programme.
* Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced Technicians.
* Regular college attendance every 6 weeks to support your development.
* Opportunities for career progression within the company.
* A supportive and friendly working environment.
Where you’ll work
Scott Shearing Vehicle Repairs Ltd, Unit 2, Barn Close
Wimborne
BH21 6FF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED
Your training course
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Carry out the basic tasks with tools and equipment common to all procedures involving basic mechanical and electrical procedures related to HV
* The ability to keep updated with emerging new technologies within the HV industry.
* Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop and adhere to the company and legislative processes.
* Access specific and related HV technical information appropriately.
* The ability to service, inspect and maintain HVs and trailers to meet company, Driver and vehicle standards agency (DVSA) and manufacturers’ standards.
* Use a range of diagnostic and electrical measuring equipment to identify faults and underlying causes on HV’s.
* Successfully inspect and prepare vehicles and trailers to meet DVSA standards prescribed in the tester’s manual.
* Carry out final quality checks before handover to the customer without supervision.
* Apply advanced diagnostic principles and logical/problem solving techniques and regimes.
* Maintain records to company and operators’ licence obligations and regulation.
* To be able to communicate effectively in both oral and written mediums both internally and with customers on a range of topics that will support, HV inspection and diagnosing techniques.
Your training plan
Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.
It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.
This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.
This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 36 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician (Heavy) – Level 3 apprenticeship.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
Other in:
* Maths GCSE (grade Pass)
* English GCSE (grade Pass)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Organisation skills
* Attention to detail
* Problem solving skills
Other requirements
Working hours Please note that anyone under the age of 18 can only work a maximum of 40 hours per week. Any role which exceeds these hours should be amended accordingly, to fall in line with the legislation.