Steadplan Burnley Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship

STEADPLAN LTD

Nelson (BB9 6RS)

Closes in 20 days (Thursday 28 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 7 August 2025


Summary

Working alongside qualified technicians who will be dealing with all aspects of the maintenance and repair of heavy vehicles. Inspecting and repairing a range of heavy vehicles (HVs) and trailers for dealerships, independent garages and franchise and large fleet operators.

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
Monday- Friday (Hours may be varied) may also be Saturday.

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

  • Observing and assisting senior technicians
  • Following health and safety procedures
  • Servicing
  • MOTs
  • All aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair

Where you'll work

16 Kirby Road, Lomeshaye Industrial Estate
Nelson
BB9 6RS

Training

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

Training provider

SKILLNET LIMITED

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.

Training schedule

Your training plan

Not only will Apprentices be working and be trained at a MAN-Steadplan  garage, but they will also attend MAN Training Academy Every 6-10 weeks to work towards their Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair qualification. An advisor will visit at least every six weeks as part of a close support network to ensure that Apprentices are both enjoying and succeeding in their course.

An apprentice’s training includes:

  • Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Standard Level 3 qualification
  • Functional skills if needed in maths & English

More training information

  • An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
  • At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills

About this employer

We’re proud of the vibrant culture we’ve created here at Steadplan. You’ll find a close-knit family feel, a modern and inspiring working environment, purpose-built facilities and access to state-of-the-art tools and technology. We also offer a range of impressive perks and benefits

After this apprenticeship

  • Going on to either a Master Tech, Service Team Leader or Manager role could be a real possibility for the right candidate

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SKILLNET LIMITED

Belinda MacDonald

belinda.macdonald@skillnet.org.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000336234.

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Closes in 20 days (Thursday 28 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

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