2026! Volvo Trucks Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship

VOLVO GROUP UK LIMITED

North Hyde Gardens (UB3 4QQ)

Closes on Sunday 8 March 2026

Posted on 18 September 2025


Summary

This apprenticeship is the level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician standard programme with Volvo Truck & Bus in Hayes, UB3 4QQ As an apprentice, you will learn how to maintain and repair large commercial vehicles to the manufacturers and DSVA standard.

Training course
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Hours
40 hours, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 4 May 2026

Duration

2 years 8 months

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

Volvo 2026 apprenticeships are now open!
Start dates are May to August 2026

Remit are proud to be partnered with Volvo Trucks to deliver their HGV Technician apprenticeships.
Volvo Trucks recognises the value of apprenticeships and delivering outstanding training. Each year they have more than 300 young men and women go through their apprentice scheme and go on to progress further within the company.
Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in their field to become a top class asset to their business for years to come.

On starting your Apprenticeship, you will be provided with full equipment which includes all the tools to help you become a technician. You will work with qualified and experienced Technicians learning how to repair, service, MOT and maintain modern trucks, buses and coaches including hybrid technology… and so much more to learn

Why choose Volvo Truck and Bus?
• Industry Leader: Join a globally recognised brand at the forefront of innovation in the commercial vehicle industry.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with state-of-the-art Volvo trucks and buses, gaining hands-on experience with the latest technological advancements.
• Expert Training: Benefit from a comprehensive apprenticeship program that combines classroom learning and practical on-the-job training

What You'll Do:
• Assist with repairs that are carried out in accordance with Volvo Standard Times using Volvo Special Tools where appropriate.
• Assist in the fault diagnosis process.
• Learn and comply with warranty procedures during repairs and with warranty material on completion of a repair.
• Assist and work with the parts team to ensure the correct replacement parts are fitted to the vehicles
• Learn how to and use Volvo special tools safely and efficiently.
• Assist with cleaning the workshop.
• Assist with ensuring that the company time recording procedures are complied with and that job cards are completed accurately
• Ensure all vehicle defects are reported to workshop Supervisor.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when must be worn.
• Attend college courses regularly and achieve the standards required by the course.
• Attend any technical or development training that is made available

Expected apprenticeship duration - 32 months
Apprenticeship level - Advanced Level Apprenticeship

Where you'll work

Bulls Bridge Centre
North Hyde Gardens
UB3 4QQ

Training

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

Training provider

REMIT GROUP 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

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

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

  • Maths (grade 4/C)
  • English (grade 4/C)

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

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Enthusiasm to learn
  • Mechanically minded

Other requirements

Closing Dates: Please submit your application along with your CV as soon as possible to avoid disappointment; we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of applications. We can start interviewing as early as March 2026

About this employer

The first Volvo truck was born in 1928. Since then, they have grown to become the largest producer of heavy trucks in Europe. Their reliability is renowned. And it’s underpinned by their three core values of quality, safety and environmental care. With a network of over 85 fully equipped Volvo Truck & Bus workshops throughout the UK and Ireland, customers can count on their certified technicians to keep your Volvo truck in optimal condition.

After this apprenticeship

Training to be provided:

Training is delivered in the workplace and on block release at Remit’s dedicated Heavy Vehicle Academy in Derby. Remit Academy is dedicated to Volvo and our apprenticeship programme. There are a total of 18 blocks over the 32 months programme. which are split between virtual classes and days in Derby.

The costs for accommodation, food and travel are met by the employer and there will be no cost to you.

You will also be assigned a dedicated Development Coach who will give you 1-2-1 support and guidance to help you achieve the following IMI qualifications: As a result, you will receive the following qualification:

• Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3
• Functional Skills Level 2 in English & Math (if required)
Block Release at College includes:
• Apprenticeship Standard Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician - Bus , Coach and HGV
• Functional Skills

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

REMIT GROUP LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000342696.

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Closes on Sunday 8 March 2026

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