HGV Technician Apprentice

Routine Inspections and Brake tests to DVSA standards.

Fault-finding on electrics.

Day-to-day duties include but are not limited to:

Use of diagnostics equipment for a range of machines Full refurbs on a variety of equipment including hydraulic overhaul Welding and Fabrication Maintain a safe and clean work environment 

Training:

The apprenticeship programme usually consists of the following elements:

Knowledge element: This is the technical certificate and covers the theory side of your work which is delivered when you attend college, so that you can put these newly acquired skills into practice at work.

Competence element: This is the practical side of the programme and is assessed directly within the workplace by a Harlow College Assessor to ensure that you are developing your skills within the workplace and putting all that you learn at college into practice.

Functional skills: This area covers English, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) if not already at Grade 4 GCSE or equivalent standard.

Transferable skills: These are the skills that help you develop your Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) and your rights as an employee within the workplace (ERR).

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

Training Outcome:

Develop into an experienced and competent HGV Technician, with vast and extensive knowledge of a variety of machines and equipment, and the opportunity to learn new skills.

Employer Description:
Specialising in Sidelifter trailers, as well as all other HGV’s. Servicing, Maintenance and fabrication on hydraulic lifting equipment. Routine Inspections and Brake Tests to DVSA standards. Presenting for MOT.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday between 08:00 - 17:00.

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,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Self Motivated/Enthusiastic,Good Time Keeping,Professional Attitude