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MAN Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Apprenticeship HARRIS COMMERCIAL (LEA VALLEY) LIMITED

Remit are recruiting on behalf of Harris Truck & Van in Witham to recruit a heavy vehicle technician apprentice to join their skilled team of MAN Technicians.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 11 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,600.00

    Starting wage: 16-17 year old £5.30 per hour, 18+ £7.50 per hour

  • Working week

    40 hours, 8am - 4pm, Monday - Friday

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    02 Jan 2023

  • Date posted

    12 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000096455

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

This apprenticeship is the MAN Truck & Bus Manufacturer programme.

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 DVSA’s 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.

Starting wage: 16-17 year old £5.30 per hour, 18+ £7.50 per hour.

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

Training is delivered in the workplace and on block release to Remit’s Automotive Academy in Derby. There are a total of 15 x 1 week blocks over the 3 year 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)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

This is a fast-moving business that will allow for company progression and first-class MAN training. MAN believe in providing an extensive, high-quality Apprenticeship which gives their Apprentices the opportunity to advance, succeed and fulfil their ambitions for a career in the motor industry.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Enthusiasm to learn, Mechanically minded

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 3/D) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 3/D) Essential

About the employer

Harris DAF was founded by Frank Harris in 1975, and has since then developed a reputation for outstanding service and quality. Our Dealership operations are dedicated to the DAF brand and consequently our interests are wholly aligned with DAF Trucks, the worldwide quality leader in the design and manufacture of premium light, medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles.

Employer

HARRIS COMMERCIAL (LEA VALLEY) LIMITED

Address

5 Wheaton Road

CM8 3UJ

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Training

Training provider

REMIT GROUP LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

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This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 11 Dec 2022