Apprentice HGV Mechanic

Summary

If you are looking for a position where you will learn something new every day and have the drive and ambition to succeed and have a great work ethic, then you need to apply for this position. If the above sounds like you this is a fantastic opportunity that could lead to a full-time position in family-owned business.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)

Hours

40-hours over Monday to Friday with potential weekend work. Working hours TBC

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 28 July 2025

Duration

3 years

Positions available

1

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

Support the qualified mechanic
Assist with all aspects of trailer and vehicle inspections
all aspects of health and safety
Learn how to carry out relevant brake testing
Understand the requirements of the company Operators Licence
Assist and support with any diagnostics
Learn how to follow through a diagnosed fault to completion
The above is not exhaustive, and you will be involved in all aspects of a busy HGV workshop

Where you'll work

UNIT 8
YEADON AIRPORT INDUSTRIAL ES
YEADON
LEEDS
LS19 7WP

Training

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

College or training organisation

HEART OF YORKSHIRE EDUCATION GROUP

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

Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3.

Day release attendance required at Castleford College.

More training information

You will be allocated a dedicated assessor who will visit you on site throughout the duration of your apprenticeship.

Where candidates do not have GCSE exemptions for maths and English they will be required to complete Level 2 Functional Skills on a block week basis.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4 or above)
Maths (grade 4 or above)

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
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Non judgemental
Patience
Physical fitness
Punctual
Willing to learn

Other requirements

Please ensure you are able to reach the destination of the apprenticeship due to the location.

About this company

With over 25 years’ experience in logistics and distribution we are a family-owned company that handles all logistical requirements including ADR consignments, Moffett and Air Freight deliveries. We operate a modern fleet of vehicles including 44t tractor units and 26t rigids and trailers which are maintained in our own workshop.

http://www.vltlogistics.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion there may be other opportunities within the organisation.

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