MAN Trucks Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Apprenticeship PURFLEET COMMERCIALS (MAIDSTONE) LIMITED
Purfleet Commercials are looking for a motivated and committed individual to train and become qualified as a HGV Technician, learning all aspects of repair and maintenance on MAN Trucks in Waltham Cross, EN8 7PG
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 10 Apr 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£18,720.00
Wages for 16-17 is £7 per hour and a 40 hour week. For 18+ it's £7.50 per hour and a 45 hour week
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Working week
40 hours, 8am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
36 Months
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Possible start date
24 Apr 2023
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Date posted
05 Mar 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000140468
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Purfleet Commercials are MAN Truck & Bus leading approved dealer and as their training provider, Remit are recruiting for an apprentice Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician for their Waltham Cross depot. There is a lot involved in keeping HGVs on the road, so you will gain full understanding of the importance of 6-week checks, Operators (O) licence’s and legal obligations and as a Technician apprentice, you will receive training to the manufacturer and DVSAs standard.
The Heavy Vehicle Technicians jobs fall into three main categories:
• Servicing – regular preventive checks in accordance with DVSA regulations
• Maintenance – replacing any parts showing signs of wear and tear, oil changes etc
• 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. Wages for 16-17 is £7 per hour and a 40 hour week. For 18+ it would be a 45 hour week rotating early / late shift on a weekly basis and every other Saturday. Minimum rate for an 18-year-old would be £7.00 per hour, after a successful three month probation period, which can increase to £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?
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 Shift Supervisor, Service Manager or even Master Technician
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
PURFLEET COMMERCIALS (MAIDSTONE) LIMITED
Address
Monroe Industrial Estate
Station Approach
EN8 7NA
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 below to apply
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 10 Apr 2023