Light Vehicle Technician Apprentice

TRANSPORTCONNECT LIMITED

GRANTHAM (NG31 8NX)

Closes in 27 days (Friday 29 May 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 1 May 2026

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Summary

The apprentice will train to become a Light Vehicle Technician, carrying out maintenance and repairs on a fleet of vehicles for our clients. Tasks include servicing, inspections, and MOT preparation.

Wage

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

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Training course
Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)
Hours
Monday-Thursday 7am-4pm Friday 7am-1.30pm.

39 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 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

  • Conducting preventative maintenance inspections on a range of light vehicles.
  • Carrying out routine servicing to ensure vehicles remain safe and roadworthy.
  • Preparing vehicles for MOT tests in line with regulations.
  • Identifying and diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults.
  • Assisting with repairs and replacement of parts and components.
  • Working alongside experienced technicians to develop skills and knowledge.
  • Following health and safety procedures at all times.
  • Maintaining accurate service and repair records.
  • Using computer systems to log defects and maintenance data.
  • Adhering to company and industry standards.

Where you'll work

LCC HIGHWAY DEPO
SHEEPWASH LANE
BARROWBY
GRANTHAM
NG31 8NX

Training

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

Training provider

TEC PARTNERSHIP

Training course

Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop. Segregate waste for disposal or recycling. Comply with industry environmental legislation.
  • Demonstrate due regard for own safety and that of others in the workshop and minimise risk of injury and vehicle damage.
  • Carry out fundamental tasks associated with removal and replacement procedures on a vehicle.
  • Obtain diagnostic and repair information.
  • Interpret diagnostic information and use electrical wiring diagrams to determine system serviceability.
  • Use a range of diagnostic equipment.
  • Follow recognised diagnostic procedures, logical diagnostic sequence and apply advanced diagnostic principles and problem-solving techniques to establish faults.
  • Report faults using company procedures and recommend suitable further actions.
  • Follow recognised repair procedures to complete a wide range of repairs including those which involve complex procedures, or in depth knowledge.
  • Test the function of repaired and fitted components.
  • Adhere to business processes and complete documentation following workplace procedures.
  • Use ICT to create emails, word-process documents and carry out web based searches.
  • Complete a range of services and inspect and prepare a vehicle to the required quality standard for handover to the customer.
  • Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop. Segregate waste for disposal or recycling. Comply with industry environmental legislation.
  • Demonstrate due regard for own safety and that of others in the workshop and minimise risk of injury and vehicle damage.
  • Carry out fundamental tasks associated with removal and replacement procedures on a vehicle.
  • Obtain diagnostic and repair information.
  • Interpret diagnostic information and use electrical wiring diagrams to determine system serviceability.
  • Use a range of diagnostic equipment.
  • Follow recognised diagnostic procedures, logical diagnostic sequence and apply advanced diagnostic principles and problem-solving techniques to establish faults.
  • Report faults using company procedures and recommend suitable further actions.
  • Follow recognised repair procedures to complete a wide range of repairs including those which involve complex procedures, or in depth knowledge.
  • Test the function of repaired and fitted components.
  • Adhere to business processes and complete documentation following workplace procedures.
  • Use ICT to create emails, word-process documents and carry out web based searches.
  • Complete a range of services and inspect and prepare a vehicle to the required quality standard for handover to the customer.

Training schedule

  • Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light)
  • A bespoke programme of technical and vocational training
  • Functional skills in maths and English - if applicable

The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated work-based trainer who will provide support and guidance throughout the course. This apprenticeship requires attendance for classroom-based sessions once per week at the Grimsby Institute Campus, Nuns Corner, Grimsby, DN345AB.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • 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
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Other requirements

Prior to applying please ensure you are able to get to and from this workplace within the operating hours.

Please be aware as the first part of the process you will be asked to complete a Learner Form and online assessments in English and maths. You will receive one-to-one information, advice, and guidance from one of the Learner Engagement Team.

About this employer

Transport Connect Ltd is a well-established vehicle maintenance and repair provider based in Lincolnshire. From our Highways Depot in Barrowby, we support our clients by servicing and maintaining a range of light vehicles, including cars and vans used in day-to-day operations.

Our experienced team is committed to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality vehicle maintenance. We take pride in developing new talent and supporting apprentices to build long-term careers within the motor industry.

After this apprenticeship

  • Possible permanent contract upon successful completion of the apprenticeship and further enhanced industry-based training.
  • An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence.
  • Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TEC PARTNERSHIP

Claire

myapprenticeship@grimsby.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000029376.

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Closes in 27 days (Friday 29 May 2026 at 11:59pm)