Apprentice HGV Motor Mechanic

Summary

We are looking for an apprentice HGV Motor Mechanic. You will learn how to repair and maintain the HGV fleet. You will be required to learn about mechanical, diagnostic and technical issues on a diverse range of vehicles from an experienced and friendly team.

Wage

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

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Pay is dependent on age and current experience but will be reviewed on a regular basis. Please ask for more details.

Training course

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday – Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 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

This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in HGV maintenance and repairs. Your duties will include:

Working with experienced technicians to learn HGV maintenance processes and how to diagnose problems 
Assisting with vehicle safety checks including servicing, brakes, emissions, and testing specialist equipment 
Be keen to develop mechanical and electrical skills, and learn how to use diagnostic equipment 
Take an active role in workshop health and safety and housekeeping 
Keep the working area in a clean and safe condition, dispose of displaced material, fluids, packaging etc. into receptacles provided 
Learn to work as part of a team
Be keen to develop a clear understanding of tools and equipment that are used within the workshop
Assist with all general duties carried out within the workshop

Where you'll work

UNIT 12
HALLCROFT INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
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DN22 7SS

Training

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

College or training organisation

DN COLLEGES 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

Training will be at North Lindsey College, where you will access a wide range of facilities on offer. 

Day release:

You will undertake the Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship standard.  

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/heavy-vehicle-service-and-maintenance-technician-v1-2

You will undertake Functional Skills for English and/or Maths if needed.  

You will undertake both on and off the training by a team of industry-qualified professionals to give you the best skills, knowledge, and experience.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

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

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Physical fitness

Other requirements

It is essential that the successful candidate has a form of driving licence, or means of getting to work or college. Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). The Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage guide is updated every April (ANMW): https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates

About this company

Griffin Fleet Services Ltd are a family run business who prioritise in running a friendly and professional service at all times. We are in the process of having a large purpose built workshop erected which will provide many routes of progression for the right candidate.

https://griffinfleetservices.co.uk (opens in new tab)

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate.

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