Apprentice HGV Motor Mechanic

Summary

We are looking for a apprentice HGV Motor Mechanic to join our fast-paced workforce. You will learn how to repair & maintain the HGV fleet. You will be required to learn about mechanical, diagnostic, & technical issues on a diverse range of vehicles from an experienced and friendly team who will are on hand to assist you whilst you go through tasks.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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We run a monthly employee of the month scheme where you can win prizes each month if you are voted. Holiday days 20 days plus bank holiday days – for every 4 years worked at APM you accrue an extra holiday day. We offer on site parking

Training course

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 23 June 2025

Duration

3 years

Positions available

3

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

This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in HGV maintenance and repairs, your duties will include:

Working with experienced technicians to learn HGV maintenance processes and how to diagnose problems 
Assisting with vehicle safety checks including servicing, brakes, emissions, and testing specialist equipment 
Be keen to develop mechanical and electrical skills, and learn how to use diagnostic equipment 
Take an active role in workshop health and safety and housekeeping 
Keep working area in a clean and safe condition, dispose of displaced material, pack away parts and assist in helping others keep the workplace to a standard

Where you'll work

A P M HOUSE
MANBY ROAD
IMMINGHAM
N E LINCOLNSHIRE
DN40 2LL

Training

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

College or training organisation

DN COLLEGES GROUP

Your 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.

Your training plan

Training will be at North Lindsey College where you will access a wide range of facilities on offer. 

Day release. 

You will undertake the Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship standard.    

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/heavy-vehicle-service-and-maintenance-technician-v1-2  

You will undertake Functional Skills for English and/or maths if needed. 

You will undertake both on and off the training by a team of industry qualified professionals to give you the best skills, knowledge, and experience. 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths/English (grade 4/C)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Logical

Other requirements

You must be able to travel to and from work and college. Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). The Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage guide is updated every April (ANMW): https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates

About this company

Established in 1991, APM Commercials provides specialist vehicle repair and services coverage throughout Lincolnshire and the UK. Operating at our offices in Immingham, we are ideally placed near busy ports to establish connections with shipping fleets across Europe and can offer a range of services – from breakdown coverage to trailer hire – at a fixed price maintenance fee, ensuring our clients receive the best service each and every month from consistent costs.

https://www.apmcommercials.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

We also run a bonus scheme where names get entered into a draw for those who have complete all tasks to the standard expected this gets drawn at the end of the month winning either prizes or tools.

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate.

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