Summary
Joining our transport and logistic teams, you’ll work as part of the Logistic Management Centre (LMC) which operates a new fleet of state-of-the art Tankers with jetting capability, Potable Water Tankers, and Inventory delivery vehicles to support both reactive and planned work.
Wage
£21,500 a year
Following completion of your apprenticeship you will offboard on a starting salary of £38,126 to £47,674 per annum depending on your shift pattern.
Training course
Large goods vehicle (LGV) driver C + E (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday. Working hours to be confirmed. Start time 7.30am when onsite. Hours will vary when attending training or college.
38 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 1 September
Duration
1 year 2 months
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
This is an exciting opportunity to join Thames Water as one of our LGV Driver Apprentices. Our drivers are ambassadors for Thames Water out on the road, so you will be responsible for ensuring that our values are upheld and providing a first-class service to our customers.
You will be working alongside an experienced driver technician for the duration of your programme and will receive ongoing support from your mentor, line manager and training provider to complete your class 2 qualification and develop your experience to excel within your career at Thames Water.
We’re in the beginning of a journey towards becoming carbon-neutral by 2030 and increasing our fleet of 5 electric vehicles, so we’re looking for someone who is passionate about joining us on this journey.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to drive large goods vehicles, which are vehicles with a Gross Combined Weight of over 7500kg, in a safe and fuel-efficient manner, ensuring that the right products are delivered at the right time, location and condition.
As one of our LGV apprentices, you will work as part of the Logistic Management Centre (LMC) which operates a new fleet of state-of-the vehicles including:
* Tankers with jetting capability.
* Potable Water Tankers.
* Inventory delivery vehicles to support both reactive and planned work.
Where you’ll work
Bracknell
RG42 5NE
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
SEETEC BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITED
Your training course
Large goods vehicle (LGV) driver C + E (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
* Drive safely and efficiently on public and private roads, and manoeuvre the vehicle in restricted spaces; safely use and position vehicle fitted equipment (eg mobile cranes)
* Proficiently control the vehicle taking into account the size and type of vehicle and trailer
* Use relevant equipment and machinery safely and efficiently to ensure the safe handling of customer goods, safely open and restrain trailer and vehicle body doors.
* Carry out delivery and other relevant activities in a safe and efficient manner complying with relevant systems and processes, following instructions and organisational policy
* Prepare the vehicle and the load for deliveries, including safely using and positioning vehicle fitted equipment; carry out vehicle safety checks and deal with or report any defects or maintenance issues to the appropriate person; complete daily walk round check sheets
* Ensure the vehicle is correctly loaded and is safely secured to minimize chances of damage or load shifting
* Ensure techniques are used to protect the vehicle and load from theft and damage.
* Effectively plan the most economical route to be used, minimising waste and loss; plan, prioritise and adapt accordingly when situations arise out of the normal routine
* Use relevant IT systems appropriately and in line with organisational requirements.
* Fully comply with appropriate legislation and regulation within the transport industry
* Work safely adhering to the health, safety guidelines e.g. manual handling
* Use Appropriate methods to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues in line with organisational standards
* Work independently using own initiative.
* Work closely with suppliers and customers to ensure any problems, damages or anomalies are corrected.
* Work as part of a team, showing an ability to work under pressure and to agreed deadlines.
* Support colleagues and contribute to achieving objectives or goals.
* Use and connect to the correct type of trailer and its operating systems
* Drive safely and efficiently on public and private roads, and manoeuvre the vehicle in restricted spaces; safely use and position vehicle fitted equipment (eg mobile cranes)
* Proficiently control the vehicle taking into account the size and type of vehicle and trailer
* Use relevant equipment and machinery safely and efficiently to ensure the safe handling of customer goods, safely open and restrain trailer and vehicle body doors.
* Carry out delivery and other relevant activities in a safe and efficient manner complying with relevant systems and processes, following instructions and organisational policy
* Prepare the vehicle and the load for deliveries, including safely using and positioning vehicle fitted equipment; carry out vehicle safety checks and deal with or report any defects or maintenance issues to the appropriate person; complete daily walk round check sheets
* Ensure the vehicle is correctly loaded and is safely secured to minimize chances of damage or load shifting
* Ensure techniques are used to protect the vehicle and load from theft and damage.
* Effectively plan the most economical route to be used, minimising waste and loss; plan, prioritise and adapt accordingly when situations arise out of the normal routine
* Use relevant IT systems appropriately and in line with organisational requirements.
* Fully comply with appropriate legislation and regulation within the transport industry
* Work safely adhering to the health, safety guidelines e.g. manual handling
* Use Appropriate methods to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues in line with organisational standards
* Work independently using own initiative.
* Work closely with suppliers and customers to ensure any problems, damages or anomalies are corrected.
* Work as part of a team, showing an ability to work under pressure and to agreed deadlines.
* Use and connect to the correct type of trailer and its operating systems
Your training plan
* Cat C+E licence.
* Large Good Vehicle (LGV) Apprenticeship Standard.
* Functional Skills in maths and English (if required).
On the job training is delivered by the employer.
Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out:
* Regular training.
* Assessment and support visits to ensure you acquire new learning, knowledge skills and behaviours in order to progress and develop.
* Identify, track and support 20% off the job training activities.
* Quarterly formal progress review meetings; identifying learning achievements and next steps.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
* English (grade 3/D)
* Maths (grade D/3)
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
* Logical
* Team working
* Initiative
* Time management
Other requirements
Over 18 and Full driving licence required