Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprentice
TRANSPORTCONNECT LIMITED
Lincoln (LN2 4SY)
Closes in 27 days (Friday 29 May 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 1 May 2026
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Summary
You will train to become a HGV technician handling workshop maintenance for a varied fleet of vehicles for Lincolnshire County Council including gritters, PCVs, and light goods vehicles. Tasks include maintenance inspections, servicing and MOT preparation. Computer literacy is essential for using software to record defects and PMI data.
- Wage
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£16,224 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday-Thursday 7am-4pm.
Friday 7am-1.30pm.
39 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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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 diverse fleet of vehicles, including Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs), Passenger Carrying Vehicles (PCVs), and light goods vehicles.
- Performing servicing tasks to ensure the optimal performance and longevity of the vehicles.
- Preparing vehicles for MOT examinations, ensuring they meet all regulatory requirements and standards.
- Identifying and diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and other technical issues in vehicles.
- Assisting in the repair and replacement of faulty parts and components.
- Collaborating with senior technicians and mechanics to learn new skills and techniques.
- Following safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
- Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, including inspections, servicing, and repairs.
- Utilising computer software for recording defect completion and preventive maintenance inspection (PMI) data.
- Adhering to company and industry regulations and standards at all times.
Where you'll work
Unit 14B
Cardinal Close
Lincoln
LN2 4SY
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
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
- Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Technician.
- 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, DN34 5AB.
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 that 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
TransportConnect Ltd is a respected transport service and repair company based in Lincolnshire, United Kingdom. The Lincoln workshop is located at Unit 14B, Cardinal Close, Lincoln, LN2 4SY, we specialise in servicing and repairing gritters, PCVs, and light goods vehicles on behalf of Lincolnshire County Council and various other Transport businesses.
Our dedicated team is committed to delivering reliable and efficient services to our clients. With a focus on safety and professionalism, we ensure smooth and effective service delivery in all our operations.
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 VAC2000029461.
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Closes in 27 days (Friday 29 May 2026 at 11:59pm)