Heavy Goods Service and Maintenance Apprentice Technician (36470)

BIBBY COMMERCIALS LTD

Warrington (WA4 4TQ)

Closes in 16 days (Friday 25 September 2026)

Posted on 8 September 2026


Summary

Bibby Commercials have a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated person to join their company based at their new Appleton Thorn site. The apprentice will be working on an extensive fleet of vehicles and trailers.

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 5 October 2026

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

Experience of Heavy Vehicle would preferable but not essential.

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 of 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 would be 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

Langford Way
Appleton Thorn
Warrington
WA4 4TQ

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*-D/9-3)
  • Maths (grade A*-D/9-3)

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
  • Team working
  • Interested in Automotive trade
  • Knowledge of HGV vehicles
  • Punctual
  • Reliable
  • Honest
  • Enthusiastic
  • Able to follow instructions
  • Willing to learn

About this employer

Bibby Commercials have a long-held involvement in road transport and, since the early 1980s, have specialised in providing key services to fleet owners and operators. This background ensures full appreciation of the requirements of commercial clients: reliability, integrity and total competence.
The company, which operates out of Warrington, realised that certain facilities should be made readily available to vehicle operators in the North-West region of the UK. These specifically covered the diagnostics and repair of ABS and EBS braking systems. By combining these specialisations with the general repair and servicing of all trucks and trailers, Bibby Commercials have created a thriving business that provides vital services to a key industry

After this apprenticeship

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

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

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000052295.

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Closes in 16 days (Friday 25 September 2026)

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