Heavy Goods Service and Maintenance Apprentice Technician (36382)

J BARRETT (HAULAGE) LTD

OLDHAM (OL4 3BB)

Closes in 10 days (Friday 17 April 2026)

Posted on 7 April 2026

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Summary

A fantastic opportunity has arisen with Barret J Haulage to join our team at our busy workshop in Oldham. They are looking for an enthusiastic/motivated person, with a keen interest in the automotive industry.

Wage

£16,640 a year

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Training course
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, hours to be confirmed.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 27 April 2026

Duration

3 years

Positions available

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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

A normal day would include:

  • Keeping the workshop clean and tidy
  • Using the tools and equipment used in vehicle maintenance and repair
  • Learning safe working procedures in the workshop
  • Assisting other technicians with their work whilst receiving on the job training
  • Learning how to service a vehicle and safely remove and replace engine, chassis, electrical and transmission components
  • Learning simple and complex fault diagnosis and repairs on engine, chassis, transmission and electrical systems

We provide a quality service at honest rates, with no compromise on workmanship and results.

What you could go on to do:

You could go on to progress to become an HGV MOT Tester with the company after completing the apprenticeship.

How you will be supported:

Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next

New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements for the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:

  • More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
  • Any training you need to complete
  • What the next steps will be

How you could get there:

If you are catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

Where you'll work

WINDSOR GARAGE
WELLYHOLE ST
OLDHAM
OL4 3BB

Training

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

Training provider

THE GROWTH COMPANY 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

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade A*-C/9-4)
  • Maths (grade A*-C/9-4)

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
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Knowledge of HGV maintenance
  • Interest in automotive trade
  • Punctual
  • Reliable
  • Honest
  • Willing to learn

Other requirements

Garage experience would be an advantage in this role.

About this employer

At Barrat J Haulage we offer a full maintenance and repair service for HGV trucks, trailers, light commercial vehicles and more. From curtain repairs, safety inspections & body repairs, we can take care of the issue on-site for you, or at our fully equipped workshop based in Oldham Having offered fleet maintenance services to fleets both large and small across the UK, our experienced team are able to fix just about every aspect of your commercial vehicle, offering a prompt, professional and efficient service.

After this apprenticeship

Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level of apprenticeship.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000023658.

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Closes in 10 days (Friday 17 April 2026)

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.