Scania Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to earn while you learn?
Our apprenticeship programme has been designed with you in mind. Join our team as an Apprentice HGV Technician where you will be trained by our in-house professionals, work alongside existing skilled technicians, and learn at our very own training academy.
Why Apply?
Throughout this three-year apprenticeship, we will help you grow into an experienced technician, becoming an expert on a wide range of heavy vehicles including trucks, buses, coaches and even marine engines.
Roles and Responsibilities - You Will:
• Work alongside a qualified Technician to learn how to carry out repairs according to Scania procedures in a safe and responsible manner
• Be trained on how to service, maintain and repair Scania vehicles which have the latest technology
• Learn the fundamentals of heavy vehicle technologies – heavy vehicle chassis, engine, fuels, transmissions, hydraulic and air braking, electrical systems, and testing
• Be taught how to setup accessories and specific equipment on the vehicles
• Ensure appropriate work logs are kept for all vehicles, and all job cards and service sheets are completed in a timely manner
• Keep high levels of morale and focus to ensure the highest possible levels of productive efficiency, quality of workmanship, and production finish in order to sustain growth in customer confidence in the service provided
• Represent Scania in a professional and courteous manner when dealing with customers and the general public
• Communicate effectively with other departments in the business
• Adhere to Scania's Core Values
About You:
No previous experience is required for this opportunity. We’re looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about learning new skills and have a genuine interest in repairing and maintaining vehicles. Strong problem-solving skills will also be an asset in this role.
If this sounds like you, apply now!
Training:
During your heavy vehicle apprenticeship programme, you will be required to attend Scania’s state-of-the-art training academy, the biggest automotive training facility in the UK.
You will visit the training academy for 16 separate weeks (Mon – Fri) over the duration of the 32 month programme. All travel expenses to and from the academy, together with the costs of the hotel accommodation, are paid for by the employer.
As Scania’s dedicated training partner, Remit will deliver comprehensive training to all apprentices periodically throughout the programme. During these training sessions, your Development Coach will review your progress, set SMART targets, and identify any additional support that you may require.
As a result, you will achieve:
• IMI Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician
• IRTEC Accreditation
Training Outcome:
Scania invests considerably in staff development and training and you can expect to receive comprehensive training to provide opportunities for career progression not only in the UK but throughout their global organisation.
Employer Description:
Haydock Commercials are an independently owned Scania dealer and a provider of quality used trucks in the North West of England and North Wales. Haydock supply and service a wide range of high quality pre-owned Scania vehicles of all specifications and ages with specialist Technicians at their Preston, Warrington, Widnes, Ellesmere Port and Deeside sites who are highly qualified to keep your vehicle on the road.
Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:30 (Shifts may vary).
Skills:
Attention to detail,Enthusiasm to learn,Mechanically minded