Apprentice Engineer
SERVICES MACHINERY & TRUCKS LTD
Birmingham, Cambridge, Chester Le Street, Horsham, Lutterworth, North Killingholme
Closes in 28 days (Tuesday 31 March 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 2 March 2026
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Summary
As an Apprentice Engineer, you’ll learn to service, repair and diagnose Volvo construction equipment, support workshop and on site tasks, complete accurate paperwork, follow safety standards and develop your skills through hands‑on and formal training.
- Wage
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£20,840.82 a year
- Training course
- Construction equipment maintenance technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Your normal working hours are 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Wednesday, Thursday 8am to 4:00pm with a half an hour unpaid lunch break each day and Friday 8 to 3:30pm, with half an hour unpaid lunch break.
38 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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7
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
- Assist with servicing, repairing and diagnosing equipment failings
- Follow instructions from engineers and line managers
- Keep tools organised and ready for use
- Use company tools and equipment safely and report any defects
- Complete electronic documentation accurately
- Order required parts and return used parts promptly
- Maintain a tidy, safe and professional work area
- Support workshop and on-site repair tasks
- Attend apprenticeship, health and safety, soft skills and product courses
- Follow all SMT GB health, safety, quality and environmental standards
Where you'll work
You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.
This apprenticeship is available in these locations:
- Lichfield Road, Walsall, Birmingham, WS8 6LH
- Moorfield Road Duxford, Cambridge, CB22 4QX
- Portobello Road, Birtley, Chester Le Street, DH3 2RR
- Oakhurst Business Park, Wilberforce Way, Southwater, Horsham, RH13 9RT
- Bruntingthorpe, Lutterworth, LE17 5QS
- Lancaster Approach, North Killingholme Industrial Estate, Immingham, North Killingholme, DN40 3JY
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE
Training course
Construction equipment maintenance technician (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Negotiate with colleagues or stakeholders. For example, to access equipment or work areas.
- Provide information, advice, guidance or instruction to colleagues or stakeholders.
- Create, maintain and enhance productive working relationships.
- Prepare and write technical reports, for example incident reports, technical investigations or outcomes, equipment appraisals and specifications, improvement suggestions.
- Identify and agree work goals. Plan work.
- Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
- Record or enter information - paper based or electronic, for example job sheets, risk assessments, method statements, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, organisational reporting requirements.
- Identify and document hazards and risks in the workplace. Apply control measures.
- Apply health and safety procedures and safe systems of work in compliance with regulations and standards.
- Apply environmental and sustainability procedures in compliance with regulations and standards for example, segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
- Investigate problems using fault-finding and diagnostic techniques to identify underlying causes. Identify solutions to problems.
- Read and interpret information, for example text, data, engineering drawings, job card, work instructions, risk assessments, method statements, operation manuals, permits to work, instructions.
- Select techniques, procedures and methods to undertake tasks.
- Select and check construction plant equipment and hand tools including calibration and diagnostic equipment.
- Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, with consideration for cost, time, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
- Perform maintenance tasks on construction equipment.
- Perform repair tasks on construction equipment.
- Carry out de-commissioning, removal and disassembly of components and equipment from construction plant.
- Assess condition of components and equipment. Test and check equipment or systems. Identify actions required.
- Carry out assembly and installation of components and equipment from construction equipment including alterations through design and fabrication activities.
- Apply contamination control techniques.
- Complete commissioning checks following maintenance and repair activities.
- Restore the work area on completion of the activity.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques. Devise suggestions for improvement.
- Apply quality assurance procedures.
- Follow equality, diversity and inclusion procedures.
- Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
- Perform legal, regulatory and organisational checks, inspections and examinations.
- Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Negotiate with colleagues or stakeholders. For example, to access equipment or work areas.
- Provide information, advice, guidance or instruction to colleagues or stakeholders.
- Create, maintain and enhance productive working relationships.
- Prepare and write technical reports, for example incident reports, technical investigations or outcomes, equipment appraisals and specifications, improvement suggestions.
- Identify and agree work goals. Plan work.
- Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
- Record or enter information - paper based or electronic, for example job sheets, risk assessments, method statements, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, organisational reporting requirements.
- Identify and document hazards and risks in the workplace. Apply control measures.
- Apply health and safety procedures and safe systems of work in compliance with regulations and standards.
- Apply environmental and sustainability procedures in compliance with regulations and standards for example, segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
- Investigate problems using fault-finding and diagnostic techniques to identify underlying causes. Identify solutions to problems.
- Read and interpret information, for example text, data, engineering drawings, job card, work instructions, risk assessments, method statements, operation manuals, permits to work, instructions.
- Select techniques, procedures and methods to undertake tasks.
- Select and check construction plant equipment and hand tools including calibration and diagnostic equipment.
- Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, with consideration for cost, time, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
- Perform maintenance tasks on construction equipment.
- Perform repair tasks on construction equipment.
- Carry out de-commissioning, removal and disassembly of components and equipment from construction plant.
- Assess condition of components and equipment. Test and check equipment or systems. Identify actions required.
- Carry out assembly and installation of components and equipment from construction equipment including alterations through design and fabrication activities.
- Apply contamination control techniques.
- Complete commissioning checks following maintenance and repair activities.
- Restore the work area on completion of the activity.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques. Devise suggestions for improvement.
- Apply quality assurance procedures.
- Follow equality, diversity and inclusion procedures.
- Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
- Perform legal, regulatory and organisational checks, inspections and examinations.
Training schedule
- Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician Level 3
- Block training at least 8 weeks each year at SMT Academy, Duxford, Cambridge and The Sheffield College.
- Online Product Training
- H&S Online Training
- Other role related safety qualifications
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
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
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
- Stage 1 of the selection process - Assessment centres will be held at our SMT Academy, Duxford, Cambridgeshire between 26 and 29 May 2026
- Stage 2 of the selection process - Interviews will take place at the local customer support centres
- A full UK Driving license
- Will you be aged 18 on commencement of the apprenticeship (September 2026)? Due to insurance reasons
About this employer
Services Machinery Trucks GB (SMT GB) is the distributor of Volvo Construction Equipment, supporting customers across the UK with high quality machinery, industry expertise and exceptional after sales service. We work with a wide range of sectors such as construction, quarrying, mining, waste management, and material handling providing reliable solutions that keep businesses moving.
Our team is made up of skilled engineers, technical specialists and customer focused professionals who take pride in delivering outstanding service. We invest heavily in training and safety, ensuring our employees have the tools and knowledge they need to succeed in their career.
https://www.smt.network/gb/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Healthcare Cashback, On Demand Physio, Enhanced Sick Pay, GP Phone Service, Wisdom Wellbeing App, IVF Support, Pension Scheme, Enhanced Family Leave, Death in Service, Annual Bonuses, Car Leasing, Bike to Work, Annual Health Checks
After this apprenticeship
- Field Service Engineer
- Workshop Engineer
- Specialist Engineer
- Product Specialist
- Workshop Supervisor
- Service Manager
- Technical Trainer
- Customer Support Representative
- Sales Executive
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE
Stewart Parsisson
stewart.parsisson@sheffcol.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000018211.
Apply now
Closes in 28 days (Tuesday 31 March 2026 at 11:59pm)