Specialist Assembly Technician (Coachbuilder) Apprentice

ADVANCED EMERGENCY VEHICLES

CLECKHEATON (BD19 4TQ)

Closes in 15 days (Friday 14 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 30 July 2026

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Summary

This apprenticeship provides an excellent opportunity for someone with an interest in vehicle construction, manufacturing and practical engineering to develop valuable skills while studying towards a nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification.

Wage

£16,224 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Engineering fitter (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 6:00am - 4:15pm

39 hours a week

Start date

Monday 7 September 2026

Duration

3 years 6 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

Throughout the apprenticeship, the successful candidate will be trained to:

  • Assist in the construction and modification of specialist emergency vehicles
  • Install vehicle interior panels, flooring, cabinets and storage systems
  • Measure, mark out and prepare materials for assembly
  • Learn how to safely use a variety of hand and power tools
  • Carry out drilling, cutting, riveting and fastening operations
  • Fit components accurately using engineering drawings and work instructions
  • Assist with the installation of vehicle trim and interior equipment
  • Carry out sealing, finishing and quality checks on completed work
  • Support the production team to ensure vehicles are completed to schedule
  • Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment
  • Follow company quality standards and Health & Safety procedures
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities within the production department

Where you'll work

UNIT 4A
WEST 26 INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
LITTLEWOOD DRIVE
CLECKHEATON
BD19 4TQ

Training

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

Training provider

KIRKLEES COLLEGE

Training course

Engineering fitter (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Reading, interpreting and understanding the component or assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions.
  • Planning component or assembly task – materials, tools and equipment.
  • Preparing work area for component or assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools and equipment.
  • Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.
  • Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects.
  • Measuring and testing, checking or inspecting component or assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, voltmeter.
  • Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate.
  • Applying improvement techniques; recommending or implementing solutions where appropriate.
  • Communicating with colleagues or customers (internal or external).
  • Completing component or assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation.
  • Reporting work outcomes or issues.
  • Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping.
  • Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling, re-using where appropriate.
  • Operating within limits of responsibility.
  • Operating in line with quality, health and safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measures where applicable.
  • Reading, interpreting and understanding the component or assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions.
  • Planning component or assembly task – materials, tools and equipment.
  • Preparing work area for component or assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools and equipment.
  • Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.
  • Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects.
  • Measuring and testing, checking or inspecting component or assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, voltmeter.
  • Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate.
  • Applying improvement techniques; recommending or implementing solutions where appropriate.
  • Communicating with colleagues or customers (internal or external).
  • Completing component or assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation.
  • Reporting work outcomes or issues.
  • Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping.
  • Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling, re-using where appropriate.
  • Operating within limits of responsibility.
  • Operating in line with quality, health and safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measures where applicable.

Training schedule

Engineering Fitter Level 3.

You will study at Kirklees College Engineering Centre, HD1 6AG one day a week throughout the duration of your apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • Design & Technology, Engineering or practical subj (grade 4 / C or above)
  • English (grade 4 / C or above)
  • Maths (grade 4 / C or above)

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Reliable
  • Punctual

About this employer

Advanced Emergency Vehicles (AEV) designs, develops and manufactures innovative emergency service and frontline vehicles for customers across the UK. We are proud to support the NHS and emergency services by designing and building high-quality, lifesaving vehicles. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Coachbuilder Apprentice to join our production team and begin a rewarding career within the emergency vehicle industry.

https://www.aevuk.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

At AEV, you'll be part of a team that designs and builds specialist emergency vehicles used by the NHS and emergency services across the UK. Every vehicle we produce plays a vital role in helping save lives.

You'll receive support from experienced coachbuilders, gain practical skills in a modern manufacturing environment, and work towards a nationally recognised qualification while earning a salary. If you enjoy practical work, take pride in building things to a high standard.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

AEV is committed to developing its apprentices and providing long-term career opportunities. On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress into roles such as:

  • Coachbuilder
  • Senior Coachbuilder
  • Prototype & Development Technician
  • Production Technician
  • Team Leader
  • Production Supervisor

Many of our skilled production team began their careers in practical engineering roles, making this an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within a growing and innovative business.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

KIRKLEES COLLEGE

Mark

mcooney@kirkleescollege.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000045660.

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Closes in 15 days (Friday 14 August 2026 at 11:59pm)