Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship

There is a lot involved in keeping HGVs on the road, so you will gain a full understanding of the importance of 6-week checks, Operators (O) licences and legal obligations and as a technician apprentice, you will receive training to the manufacturer and DVSAs standard.

A Heavy Vehicle Service Technician will inspect, maintain, and repair large vehicles weighing 3.5 tonnes and over such as HGV's and buses.

Servicing - carrying out checks Maintenance - replacing/repairing engine parts Diagnostics - using the latest diagnostic equipment

As an apprentice, you will observe, learn and gain an understanding of a wide range of engineering skills and processes while under the instruction of skilled technical staff.

Training delivery.

In this programme, all aspects of heavy vehicle technology are embedded in this dedicated programme and involves a mix of academic learning and on-the-job training.

Practical learning in the workplace, shadowing your mentor and carrying out the work while being supervised Online studies, completing workbooks and job cards, attending online sessions and virtual classes with your Development Coach, all done during your working day Attending block release to the Remit Automotive Academy in Derby, DE24 8ST every 2-months. All costs of your hotel food and accommodation plus all travel arrangements are covered by Suez Recycling

Training:

Training is delivered in the workplace and on block release to Remit’s Automotive Academy in Derby. There is a total of 18 x 1-week blocks over the 32-month programme. The costs of hotel accommodation, food and travel are met by the employer and there will be no cost to you.

You will also receive 1-2-1 support from your Development Coach to help you achieve:

IMI Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3 Functional Skills Level 2 in English & maths (if required)

Training Outcome:

As an apprentice, you will be a full-time employee from the very beginning and while training you’ll be earning your place as an integral part of the workshop team.

Once you have achieved your qualification, you will have further opportunities to progress to positions such as Senior Technician.

Employer Description:
Suez Recycling offers an efficient and reliable waste management service across the south of England. With a fleet of diesel and all electric vehicles, their fully qualified HGV technicians are able to keep the country moving.

Working Hours :
Working 40 hours per week between 08:00 - 16:30 with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.

Skills:
Enthusiasm to learn,Passion for mechanics