Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Apprentice

ENVIRONMENTAL WASTE MANAGEMENT LIMITED

Thornwood Epping (CM16 6PQ)

Closes on Sunday 26 April 2026

Posted on 12 March 2026

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Summary

We are looking for someone to join our team who will as a HGV Fitter; maintain, service and repair heavy goods vehicles, diagnosing faults, replacing parts, and ensuring vehicles are safe, roadworthy and compliant with regulations— keeping fleets running efficiently.

Wage

£15,704 to £25,396.80, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Will pay the government recommendation for the first year and then will be reviewed in line with the apprentices’ performance.

We understand the Employers commitment to the apprenticeship program.

Training course
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday- Friday 08:30- 17:30

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 11 May 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

An apprentice will work alongside qualified fitters, gradually building skills and confidence. Their typical daily tasks include but not limited to;

  • Assisting with routine servicing and safety inspections
  • Learning to diagnose faults under supervision
  • Helping with repairs (brakes, tyres, filters, oil changes, basic component replacements)
  • Using workshop tools and diagnostic equipment safely
  • Keeping the workshop clean, organised, and compliant with safety procedures
  • Completing training logs, assessments, and coursework as part of their apprenticeship
  • Observing senior fitters to learn advanced mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repair techniques

Where you'll work

Unit 13a 1st Floor Estates Office Hayleys Manor
Upland Road
Thornwood Epping
CM16 6PQ

Training

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

Training provider

HARLOW COLLEGE

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

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician/ Skills England

 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade Grade 4 or equivalent)
  • Maths (grade Grade 3 or equivalent)

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Self Motivated
  • Enthusuastic
  • Good time keeping

Other requirements

Dates are subject to change.

Any additional GCSE’s relating to Engineering or practical Subjects such as D&T, engineering, computer science would be beneficial.

  • A Mechanical Aptitude (Genuine interest in how vehicles work and mechanics).
  • Willingness to learn – Can take instruction and follows processes.
  • Health and safety awareness – Respects Workshop Rules.
  • Problem Solving Ability - logical thinker.
  • Teamwork and communication.
  • Reliability and work ethic – Punctual, takes pride in what their doing.
  • Basic Practical Skills – Confident using tools.

 

  • It’s physically demanding, dirty, and hands‑on every day.
  • You’ll start with basic, repetitive tasks before moving to complex jobs.
  • Workshops can be noisy, pressured, and fast‑paced.
  • You must follow instructions and safety rules without cutting corners.
  • Reliability, attitude, and willingness to learn matter more than experience.

About this employer

Environmental Waste Management’s expertise is in liquid waste disposal and the clearing of sewers, septic tanks and waste removal of sewage and hazardous waste. Our team of highly skilled professionals also offer industrial waste management and are specialists with hazardous waste removal.

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

After this apprenticeship

  • We provide full training throughout the apprenticeship, helping you build the skills and confidence needed for a successful career
  • Upon completing the course, we fully expect to offer a permanent role within the business

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HARLOW COLLEGE

Kellie Tighe

ktighe@harlow-college.ac.uk

07377125961

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000020846.

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Closes on Sunday 26 April 2026