Apprentice Vehicle Technician W L STRAUGHAN & SON LTD

Embark on an exciting journey as an Apprentice Vehicle Technician with our thriving environmental contracting business in South East Northumberland. Delve into an array of landscaping and agricultural vehicles, offering ample opportunities for skill enrichment and professional growth.

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Closing date: 24 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,675.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday (8:00AM - 4:00PM) You will have a 30 minute, unpaid lunch break.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    30 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 May 2024

  • Date posted

    03 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000240174

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Assist in the maintenance of our fleet of vehicles, plant, and equipment within our service workshop.
  • Conduct MOT inspections and servicing of the van fleet to ensure compliance and optimal performance.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, performing repairs as necessary.
  • Maintain workshop cleanliness and organisation to uphold safety and efficiency standards.
  • Utilise diagnostic tools and techniques to identify and rectify vehicle faults.
  • Undertake welding and fabrication tasks as needed to support vehicle maintenance and repair efforts.

The training you will be getting

You will work towards a full Level 2 Autocare Technician standard. You will be released to college 1 day a week and all other training will take place at the employers premises.

20% of your normal working hours will be spend doing off-the-job training, which includes attending technical courses, workshops, and shadowing experienced technicians to enhance your skills and knowledge in vehicle adaptation and maintenance.

Apprentices must take the test for Level 2 English and maths prior to completing the apprenticeship. On completion of this Standard the Auto-care Technician will be eligible to apply for IMI membership as a Registered Young Professional or if they wish as an Associate Member. They would also gain entry onto the IMI Professional Register.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, there will be an opportunity to stay on in a full-time, permanent position.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Logical, Initiative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Grade 9-3 or A*-D) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Grade 9-3 or A*-D) Essential

About the employer

W L Straughan & Son Ltd contracting is a family run business based at Lane Farm, Bedlington. We employ over 70 staff from the local community and pride ourselves on customer service, our directors are always accessible. Part of the Lane Farm Group, W L Straughan & Son Ltd works closely with its sister companies which includes our green waste recycling and equestrian businesses. We specialise in environmental projects, track and path construction, groundworks and landscaping. We’re passionate about creating wildlife habitats and conservation works. Our background is in farming and the countryside. We’re from the land and we care about the future of our environment.

Employer

W L STRAUGHAN & SON LTD

Address

BEDLINGTON LANE FARM

BEDLINGTON

NE22 6AA

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Training

Training provider

CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Sophie Gray

sophie.gray@sunderlandcollege.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Autocare technician

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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