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Apprentice HGV Mechanic NORTH WEST COMMERCIAL & CHASSIS LTD

This vacancy is for a Apprentice HGV Mechanic based in Preston, Lancashire. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to undertake valuable work experience whilst gaining on the job qualifications.

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Closing date: 30 Sep 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Working week to be confirmed at interview.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Oct 2022

  • Date posted

    24 Aug 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000080679

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties will include:

  • Prepare vehicles to MOT standard as minimum
  • Have a great attention to detail
  • Understanding of compliance
  • Welding
  • Follow workshop procedures

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

* Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Standard
* Work based training and mentoring
* Off-site theory and practical training on a day release basis

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

• To become a fully qualified Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician
• Master Technician.
• Workshop Team Leader.
• Foreman.
• Workshop Manager. / Fleet Manager

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative, Punctuality, Reliable

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent ICT (Grade 4/C or above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 4/C or above) Desired

Things to consider

Please do not contact Company direct. PLEASE NOTE; we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a suitable number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply ASAP if you wish to be considered for this role.

About the employer

North West Commercials & Chassis Specialists Ltd is a reputable company offering a wide range of services including commercial vehicle servicing and repairs, axle conversions and much more. Our experts can service heavy goods vehicles, public service vehicles, and horseboxes

Employer

NORTH WEST COMMERCIAL & CHASSIS LTD

Address

UNIT 6

ROUGH HEY ROAD

RIBBLETON

PR2 5AR

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Training

Training provider

TRAINING 2000 LIMITED

Contact

Lauren Reddaway

lauren.reddaway@t2000.co.uk

01254 54659

Apprenticeship standard

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician

Level 3 (A level)

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