Apprentice Vehicle Technician SEVERN TRENT WATER LIMITED
Apprenticeship Programmes are a great way to earn and learn! Our apprentice vehicle technicians will leant how to carry out the basic tasks with tools and equipment common to all procedures involving basic mechanical and electrical procedures related to HV
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 24 Mar 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£17,194.00
*Annual bonus up to £1,500 (based on company performance) *25 days holiday + bank holidays (ability to buy/sell) *Leading pension scheme *Annual salary increase whilst on programme *Salary increase when you move into your first job & more!
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Working week
A typical working week for this role is usually Monday - Friday, 7.30am to 3.30pm, however there may be flexibility around the structure of your working hours, team and line manager dependent.
Total hours per week: 37.0
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Expected duration
36 Months
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Possible start date
28 Aug 2023
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Date posted
30 Jan 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000127667
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
You’ll be supported every step of the way, by your line manager and mentor.
Working alongside our vehicle technician teams, you will learn how to work with all systems found in vehicles, ranging from repairing challenging, complex technologies to simpler machinery.
As a technician will work on all the systems found within the vehicle, the day-to-day work ranges from replacing simple parts through to solving complex faults with the use of diagnostic methods and equipment.
The tasks faced are constantly changing, driven by the introduction of ever more complex technologies and diagnostic techniques.
What you will learn:
- How to carry out the basic tasks with tools and equipment common to all procedures involving basic mechanical and electrical procedures related to HV
- How to contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop and adhere to the company and legislative processes
- Use a range of diagnostic and electrical measuring equipment to identify faults and underlying causes on HV’s
- How to follow recognised diagnostic procedures, logical diagnostic sequence and apply advanced diagnostic principles and problem-solving techniques to establish faults
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Within our vehicle technician team you will complete the Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician apprenticeship standard allowing you to develop the skills & experience required to become an expert within our vehicle technician team.
You’ll combine on-the-job learning with formal, nationally recognised development training.
A Personal Development Plan will help drive your career progression, set, agreed & regularly reviewed with your line manager.
What we're looking for:
We want our employees to care and to have a genuine passion for what we do as a business. We need people who want to make a difference in providing a vital service to our customers, now and for the long-term.
We’d love you to be someone with:
- A ‘can do’ attitude – willing to get stuck in, take accountability for decisions and actions and who takes pride in their work
- A love of variety in a role and ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced working environment
- Ability to quickly prioritise tasks and the initiative to dive head-first into problem solving
- No two days are the same on the front line and not every day goes to plan, so you’ll need to be quick on your feet to respond!
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills and enjoy working with multiple teams
- Ability to analyse and interpret information and effectively communicate this to different team members and audiences
- Ability to travel freely across our patch to visit different sites and travel to meetings and training days
- Curiosity to learn quickly in a reactive and dynamic working environment
- Ability to work in all weather conditions to serve our customers and protect the environment
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
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By the end of this programme, you will take up a Vehicle Technician role, where you will be able to put your skills to action. You’ll be supported every step of the way, by your line manager and mentor for your career in Severn Trent
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About the employer
Employer
SEVERN TRENT WATER LIMITED

About disability confident
https://www.severntrent.com/careers/graduates-undergraduates-and-apprentices/apprenticeships
Address
Raynesway
Derby
DE21 7BE
Training
Training provider
REMIT GROUP LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician
Level 3 (A level)
Employer's Application Instructions
Please click on the link within this advert to apply, this will bring you to the role on our website, where you can then click 'Apply Now' and start your Application. This includes an application form, and online assessments. If you pass the required online assessments, you'll find out after applications close if we're able to invite you to an online assessment centre which will be held between 17th April and 12th May over Zoom
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 24 Mar 2023