Apprentice HGV Technician

A normal day would include but is not limited to:

Using the tools and equipment used in vehicle maintenance and repair Learning safe working procedures in the workshop Assisting other technicians with their work whilst receiving on the job training Learning how to service a vehicle and safely remove and replace engine, chassis, electrical and transmission components Learning simple and complex fault diagnosis and repairs on engine, chassis, transmission and electrical systems Keeping the workshop clean and tidy

What will happen next?

New applicants who meet the entry requirements of the role will be contacted by the Apprentice Employment Agency team to discuss your application and the apprenticeship in further detail. Please ensure you provide up to date contact details and check your junk in case of redirected emails. Failure to respond to communications will result in your application being withdrawn.

Training:

You’ll spend time with your Skillnet Coach gaining key skills that will be useful in the job market – such as working in teams, problem-solving, communication and using new technology. You will also spend time studying your subject to give you further knowledge and understanding of your job. Usually, you will attend one of our training sites for one day a week or in blocks of two weeks at a time, depending on your employers’ preferences.

Training Outcome:

Become part of a company that invests in you. If you show the desire to learn and the work ethic to progress, there will always be opportunities within DSV. Potential opportunities for progress within the team

Employer Description:
DSV Commercials operate a commercial vehicle and trailer workshop which provides maintenance and repairs of all makes of light through to heavy commercial vehicles, including trailers, specialising in Petroleum Road spirit tankers. The workshop facility is situated in South Killingholme which is ideally located close to the entrance of the Immingham docks and Killingholme port providing both convenient and time saving solutions. The site comprises of an extensive range of specialist tools and equipment boasting a £300K stock holding. With advanced computerised diagnostic equipment now in use, we can reduce vehicle downtime in fault finding and repairs. As loan vehicle specialists, DSV Commercials supply alternative transportation for drivers dropping off vehicles to return to base. DSV Commercials hold the MAN Truck and Bus Ltd franchise for the North Lincolnshire area supporting MAN and ERF Trucks as well as Neoplan Bus and coach products, the portfolio includes owner drivers through to large blue-chip companies carrying hazardous goods. DSV Commercials pride themselves in customer service and outstanding performance, to support this we continually focus on qualifying, and consistently achieve the UTP (Up Time Principle) Performance reward which is monitored quarterly for the achievement of the following 5 targets: - - MOT first time pass rate target:(minimum 92%) - PMI slippage:(90% of vehicle's must be serviced during the week scheduled) - VSA/PSA: (Vehicle / Parts Service Alert) (assuring minimum downtime) - Mobile 24 accepted:(100% of breakdowns must be accepted) - Mobile 24 attendance:(95% of breakdowns must be attended to within 60 minutes)

Working Hours :
Monday- Friday Shifts to be confirmed

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience