Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Technician WILLIAM GILDER LIMITED

Are you wanting to start your career in the automotive industry? As a Heavy Vehicle Apprentice, you will be working alongside experienced team members to service, inspect and repair vehicles. If you are keen to join the industry and develop your skills apply today!

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Closing date: 17 Nov 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,480.00

    After probation pay may increase to £7 an hour if successful.

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday, 8am till 4pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    3 Years

  • Possible start date

    19 Nov 2023

  • Date posted

    24 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000167201

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

You will have the opportunity to gain new skills and knowledge whilst carrying out maintenance and repairs on heavy vehicles in your workplace, this will include mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical vehicle systems. 

Some of the tasks you will be working on include:

  • Servicing vehicles – carrying out checks and general maintenance according to the manufacturers’ guidelines
  • Repairing and replacing faulty parts and components
  • Maintaining repair and service records

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

Training is delivered in the workplace and via seven weekly college blocks per year at S&B Automotive Academy, you will be required to travel to the college and stay in hotel accommodation whilst on blocks. All costs for training are met by the employer and there will be no cost to you.

As a result, you will receive the following qualification:

  • Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Standard
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in maths & English (if not already exempt) 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

As a company we are committed to providing development and training opportunities to our employees. An apprenticeship is the grounding for your future development and there are lots of opportunities to develop your career. At the successful completion of training the intention is for the apprentice to be offered full-time employment as a skilled heavy vehicle technician

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Team working

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

The competition for apprenticeship placements is strong so please ensure your application is modified to the type of apprenticeship you are applying for, pay attention to presentation, spelling and grammar and include any relevant experience, hobbies/interests or qualifications.

About the employer

Our unique and diverse business operates 24/7 with 3 key members of staff being available at any one time. With our wide range of trailers, vacuum tankers and a hands-on approach with total commitment to providing high quality services means that we are able to provide the support you need when it matters most. All vehicles are fitted with state-of-the-art satellite tracking and data transfer systems – giving us real time information on the trucks position and activity. This has become an invaluable tool in our day-to-day operations, allowing us to give customers fast and accurate information on delivery times.

Employer

WILLIAM GILDER LIMITED

Address

Teddington Hands Evesham Road

Tewkesbury

GL20 8NE

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Training

Training provider

S & B AUTOMOTIVE ACADEMY LIMITED

Contact

Luke Morrison

lmorrison@sandbaa.com

07719 545586

Apprenticeship standard

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician

Level 3 (A level)

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