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Assembly Operative Apprenticeship LEYLAND TRUCKS LTD

Working as part of a team of Assembly Operators you will gain hands-on experience and an insight into areas including frame assembly, piping and wiring, chassis and cab assembly, and vehicle finish

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

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Closing date: 03 Mar 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £16,380.00

    33 days of holiday (which includes statutory holidays); a pension scheme and medical support schemes.

  • Working week

    Monday - Thursday 7:20am - 4:10pm Friday 7:20am - 2:10pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    11 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000121558

  • Positions

    12 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Just-in-time manufacturing methods

Correct tool usage and electronic work instructions.

You will gain hands-on experience and an insight into areas including frame assembly, piping and wiring, chassis and cab assembly, and vehicle finish

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

You will work towards achieving Level 3 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering qualification as part of the Level 3 Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship Standard.

You will attend Preston College on a block release basis to complete the above qualifications.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Assembly Operative

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade 4) Essential

About the employer

Leyland Trucks is the UK’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturing business, producing over 16,500 trucks per year from its state-of-the-art facility in Lancashire. The assembly plant produces all models of the multi-award-winning range DAF trucks – the XG+, XG, XF, XD and LF. The DAF LF is also designed by a team of expert engineers at Leyland Trucks. The impressive range of vehicles ensures DAF has reigned as the UK market leader for the past 27 years. DAF and Leyland Trucks are at the forefront of technology – driving forward electrification, autonomous vehicles and cutting edge technology. There are a huge variety of careers available at Leyland Trucks from assembly operators and design engineers to careers within finance, logistics and purchasing. Leyland Trucks is owned by American company PACCAR, offering global opportunities in a world-class technology business.

Employer

LEYLAND TRUCKS LTD

Address

Croston Road

Farington Moss

Leyland

PR26 6LZ

Contact

Maria Rogers

maria.rogers@leyland-trucks.co.uk

01772625930

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Training

Training provider

PRESTON COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering fitter

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Candidates are required to complete an application form. There will be an interview process to include practical test

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

Apply now

Closing date: 03 Mar 2023