Daimler Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship

Summary

This apprenticeship is the Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician standard programme with Northside Truck & Van in Leeds LS11 0EY. The right candidate will work alongside Daimler’s qualified Technicians to receive extensive training in maintaining HGVs.

Wage

£15,704 a year

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Training course

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:30

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 July 2025

Duration

2 years 8 months

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Start your HGV Technician career with Northside Truck & Van and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of transport!

Join our apprenticeship programme, delivered in partnership with Remit Training, and work in one of our IRTE-accredited Daimler Trucks workshops. Gain hands-on experience with advanced vehicles, including electric and hydrogen models, while earning your Level 3 qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

Service, maintain, and repair HGVs to industry standards
Diagnose and fix faults in Telematics, Comfort, Driveline, and Chassis systems
Use specialist tools and equipment
Prepare vehicles for MOT and ensure safety standards
Work in a busy workshop environment and meet customer expectations

What You’ll Gain:

3-year programme with expert training at Remit’s academy
Level 3 qualification on completion
No prior experience needed - just passion for vehicles and a desire to learn
Personal development plan to continue growing as a qualified Technician

Become part of the Daimler family and start your journey towards a rewarding career in the commercial vehicle industry!

Where you'll work

Unit 7 Elland Road Industrial Park
Elland Way
LS11 0EY

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

REMIT GROUP LIMITED

Your training course

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Carry out the basic tasks with tools and equipment common to all procedures involving basic mechanical and electrical procedures related to HV
The ability to keep updated with emerging new technologies within the HV industry.
Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop and adhere to the company and legislative processes.
Access specific and related HV technical information appropriately.
The ability to service, inspect and maintain HVs and trailers to meet company, Driver and vehicle standards agency (DVSA) and manufacturers’ standards.
Use a range of diagnostic and electrical measuring equipment to identify faults and underlying causes on HV’s.
Successfully inspect and prepare vehicles and trailers to meet DVSA standards prescribed in the tester’s manual.
Carry out final quality checks before handover to the customer without supervision.
Apply advanced diagnostic principles and logical/problem solving techniques and regimes.
Maintain records to company and operators’ licence obligations and regulation.
To be able to communicate effectively in both oral and written mediums both internally and with customers on a range of topics that will support, HV inspection and diagnosing techniques.

Your training plan

Training is delivered in the workplace and on block release to Remit’s Automotive Academy in Derby. There are a total of 16 x 1 week blocks over the 32 month 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

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 4 or C)
Maths (grade 4 or C)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Attention to detail
Communication skills

Other requirements

We encourage you to submit your application and CV as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

About this company

Northside Truck & Van specialises in offering comprehensive solutions for the sale, service and repair of the complete range of Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles. With a rich history of partnering with businesses since the 1970s, we have dedicated 50 years to expanding our network across Yorkshire. Our depots in Bradford, Doncaster, Hull, Leeds, Sheffield and York ensure widespread coverage. In 2011, we expanded beyond Yorkshire and established a new site in Immingham, North Lincolnshire.

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will achieve an industry-recognised qualification, setting you on the path to becoming a fully qualified HGV Technician
Following this, Northside Truck & Van is committed to your continued development, offering ongoing training and career advancement opportunities to help you excel in your role and expand your skills and experience

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

REMIT GROUP LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000320819.

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Closes in 15 days (Saturday 31 May 2025)

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