MAN Trucks Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship MAN TRUCK AND BUS UK LIMITED

This apprenticeship is the level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician standard programme with DSV Commercials in Immingham, DN40 3DR. As an apprentice, you will learn how to maintain and repair large commercial vehicles to the manufacturer and DSVA standard.

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Closing date: 18 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,416.00

  • Working week

    40 hours, 8am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Jul 2023

  • Date posted

    04 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000160927

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

As DSV’s training provider, Remit are recruiting for an apprentice Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician for their South Killingholme, Immingham depot. Have you always had an interest in engineering? Do you love finding out how things work and how to repair them? This apprenticeship might be exactly what you’re looking for. Whether it’s been a lifelong dream or a more recent ambition, why not apply? 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) 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
  • Repairs – repair or replacing anything damaged or faulty

With the increase in technology involved with vehicles today, you will also receive extensive training in how to use MAN’s diagnostic equipment to solve faults in the Engine Control Unit (ECU) Your training won’t be restricted to just the mechanical side but will include the pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems and ‘all electric’ vehicles as well as hybrids. The types of vehicles you’ll be working on will range from tractor units and rigid trucks to specialist vehicles and trailers.

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

Enthusiasm to learn, Mechanically minded

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Essential

Things to consider

Closing Dates: Please submit your application along with your CV as soon as possible to avoid disappointment; we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

About the employer

DSV Commercials operate a commercial vehicle and trailer workshop which provides maintenance and repairs of all makes of light through to heavy commercial vehicles, including trailers, specialising in Petroleum road spirit tankers. The workshop facility is situated in South Killingholme which is ideally located to support MAN and ERF Trucks as well as Neoplan Bus & Coach.

Employer

MAN TRUCK AND BUS UK LIMITED

Address

Eastfield Road

South Killingholme

DN40 3DR

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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: 18 Jun 2023