Please apply by: 11th April 2025
Shortlisting is anticipated to take place: 15th April 2025
Interviews are anticipated to take place: 22nd April 2025
Job Overview
2 x exciting opportunities for Apprentice LGV Technicians have arisen in the Fleet & Engineering Workshops based at our Headquarters in Llantrisant. The Service operates a fleet of over 400 vehicles and the successful candidate will be part of a team. Their role includes the servicing, repair, and maintenance of vehicles, plant, and specialist equipment.
The position of Apprentice LGV Technician is challenging and rewarding. The successful candidate will be expected to develop their level of technical expertise and knowledge of safe working through a programme of Further Education both within the workplace and College environment.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate a basic level of mechanical aptitude. A desire to learn and understand the many automotive engineering disciplines which form part of a Technician’s overall skills is also essential. The post holder will be expected to achieve the Foundation Apprenticeship Level 2 and 3 qualifications alongside their day-to-day work.
Shortlisted candidates will receive a course document from Cardiff and Vale College detailing the core subject areas of the apprenticeship.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. The repair and maintenance of vehicles and plant equipment, including inspection and testing procedures.
2. To work as a multi-skilled trainee mechanical technician developing additional skills including welding repairs via multi purposes, fabrication, repair, maintenance, and fault diagnosis of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and diagnosis and rectification of electrical and electronic faults.
3. To successfully complete the Foundation Apprenticeship Level 2 and 3 qualifications alongside their day-to-day work.
4. To collect and deliver vehicles, plant, and equipment for repair and maintenance and to meet operational requirements within or outside the South Wales Fire & Rescue Service area upon receipt of an appropriate driver’s licence.
Essential Requirements
1. GCSE Grade C or Above in English and Mathematics OR Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication and Application of Number.
2. The ability to demonstrate basic mechanical skills.
3. Driving Licence Cat B (Car).
4. An understanding and respect for others.
5. Commitment and ability to develop self.
6. Ability to communicate effectively to a range of different audiences.
7. Ability to work effectively with others both within the Fire & Rescue Service and in the Community.
8. Ability to adopt a conscientious and proactive approach to work to achieve and maintain excellent standards.
9. Ability to understand, recall, apply, and adapt relevant information in an organised, safe, systematic way.
Desirable Requirements
1. Ability to speak or willingness to learn Welsh.
N.B This role involves frequent travel from the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters in Llantrisant to the Cardiff and Vale College Campus in Cardiff; there may also be the opportunity to visit our stations throughout the South Wales area. The successful candidate must be able to travel independently.
Contract Information
Contract: Apprenticeship (4 Year FTC Apprenticeship)
Hourly Pay Rates:
1. Year 1 – £7.37 – £10.41 per hour (Dependent on age)
2. Year 2 – £9.20 – £11.02 per hour (Dependent on age)
3. Year 3 – £11.63 per hour
4. Year 4 – £12.24 per hour
Hours of Work: 37 Hours per week
Directorate: Fleet and Engineering
Job Ref: NU0080
Location: Llantrisant & CAVC – Cardiff (City Centre Campus)
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