East Suffolk Services Limited, Ufford, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP13 6ET Year 1 - £8.47 per hour; Year 2 – £11.44 per hour 40 hours per week Fixed term apprenticeship for 3 years East Suffolk Services Limited, a brand-new company launched in July 2023, is an exciting place to work, delivering essential local services across the district. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity where you can earn money as well as gaining experience and a recognised qualification, then look no further We currently have an opportunity to join our Fleet Maintenance team as an HGV Mechanic Apprentice. Your role You will work closely with qualified mechanics to assist with repairs, MOT’s and scheduled maintenance to company owned and private vehicles, ensuring they are safe for use. You will assist with ensuring documentation is completed and accurate and that excellent customer service is provided. As part of the role, you will operate various types of workshop equipment such as hydraulic and lifting equipment, welding and abrasive wheels grinders in accordance with Safe Working Practices (full training will be given). What you will need You will have a keen interest in learning about vehicle mechanics, good practical problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively and work well in a team. Entry onto the apprenticeship requires you to have 4 GCSEs including Maths and English 9-3/A-E or Functional Skills Level 1. If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all of the essential requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. Why work for us? East Suffolk Services Limited is a great place to work and there are lots of benefits our employees can access. Here are some of the main benefits: A fully funded and supported Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3) apprenticeship qualification. Learning and development tailored to your role A wide variety of staff support networks including access to health and wellbeing initiatives and programmes. Discounts on mobile phones, computers, holiday and travel, fashion and clothing, health and beauty and many other products and services. For more information For an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Toby Chapman on 01502 443360. If you think you could bring enthusiasm, fresh ideas and a different perspective to the company, we would like to hear from you Closing date: 11.30 pm, 27 November 2024. Interview date: Week commencing 9 December 2024. How to apply Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (pdf). Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement template (docx). Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification. Please use the template provided (other formats will not be accepted). Please see our Apprenticeship Application Guide (pdf) to assist you in completing your application. Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted. For more information, check out the How to Apply section of our Career Site (suffolkjobsdirect.org)