Summary
We are looking for an Apprentice HGV Technician to join our team in Leicester. We are seeking eager, enthusiastic people with a thirst for knowledge and the desire to learn and develop their skills within our workshop. This would be an ideal role for someone who wants to start their career journey in the automotive industry.
Wage
£15,311.40 a year
Salary increase on yearly increments for the duration of the apprenticeship.
Training course
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday approx. 8am-4.30pm with one early finish (39 hours) with the possibility of occasional weekend working and overtime.
39 hours a week
Possible start date
Tuesday 1 July
Duration
3 years
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
As an apprentice at Ford & Slater you will be fully supported with all of the training you require to become a fully qualified HGV Technician. You will spend 3 years training alongside an experienced mentor at the Leicester dealership as well as attending DAF Apprentice College on a two week block release 4-5 times a year in Nottingham. Accommodation and travel will be provided during block release.
At the end of the apprenticeship, you will have earned a Level 3 standard in HGV repair and maintenance and will be employed by us as a qualified technician with the opportunity to progress in a variety of areas within the business.
Roles and Responsibilities:
* Observing and assisting experienced technicians in all aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair.
* Following strict health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
* Undertaking servicing tasks to maintain vehicle performance and safety standards.
* Assisting with MOT inspections, ensuring vehicles meet legal requirements.
Where you’ll work
Long Hollow Way
Winthorpe
Newark
NG24 2NH
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
SKILLNET 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
Training is delivered at the DAF Training Academy in Nottingham:
* DAF Apprentice Academy, Power Park, Thane Rd, Nottingham NG7 2TG.
Training blocks are two weeks in duration, four to five times a year.
Training, accomodation, travel and meal costs coverd by the company while an apprentice is away on training.
More training information
* L3 Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician Apprenticeship Standard.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4)
* Maths (grade 4)
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
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Initiative
* Patience
* Physical fitness
Other requirements
Key Skills and Experience: •GCSE or equivalent in English Language and Maths (Grace C/4 or above) •Enthusiastic •Strong communication skills •Good time management and attention to detail •Organisation skills •Able to problem solve •Able to work under instruction and as part of a team •Strong focus on Health and safety