Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Technician - Level 3 (Dartford)
HGV Traders
About the role
Do you have a passion for vehicle engineering? Are you looking to earn and learn? Are you looking to future-proof a fantastic career?You can kick-start your career in the commercial vehicle industry; earn while gaining a meaningful qualification with an awarding-winning Commercial Vehicle Mercedes-Benz dealership.This apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to become a fully qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) technician.Apprenticeship summaryAnnual wage£15,600 (based on the minimum wage of £7.49 for those aged 18-20)As part of our programme, we will be doing regular pay reviews and upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, your basic salary will be £27,144 per annum.Working weekMonday to Friday - working 8am - 5pmTotal hours per week: 40Expected duration36 monthsRecruitment processAs part of our recruitment process we will be holding a selection day for all shortlisted candidates. These will be taking place on 18th and 25th October this year (you will only need to attend one date).Successful candidates will be invited for a week of work experience in November with a potential start date in December.Possible start dateDecember 2023Date posted03 Aug 2023Apprenticeship levelAdvancedLevel 3 (A level)Positions2 position (Dartford). Note each year we have six apprenticeship opportunities available throughout our four depots in Kent.What will you be doing as an apprentice?As an apprentice, you will work on a range of Mercedes Benz commercial vehicles alongside our dedicated and highly qualified Mercedes-Benz technicians. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will learn how to work safely within a heavy vehicle workshop, which will mean that you will:Learn how to correctly service, maintain and repair HGVs.Learn what specialist tools and equipment should be used.Learn how to prepare and pass HGVs for MOT.Inspect commercial vehicles to ensure they remain safe on our roads.Our apprenticeship means you can become a technician, qualified to work on some of the most recognised and technologically advanced trucks on the road.Details of training and qualifications for apprenticesYou will be working towards a Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance. To help you succeed, you will receive on-the-job training while at our Dartford workshop and will attend the Sparshatt Training Academy one day a week also located at our Dartford Depot. As our own training provider, we can make sure your workshop mentors are kept up-to-date with your progress. We offer support throughout to ensure you receive the best all round learning experience, always striving to meet your needs. .What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?Following completion of your apprenticeship, you will become a fully qualified heavy vehicle technician with a vast set of skills that will enable you to have a career within the automotive industry. In addition, there will be opportunities to stay with Sparshatt Truck & Van as a Commercial Vehicle Technician. We encourage you to continue your learning as you progress through the Mercedes-Benz technician pathway from maintenance to diagnostic level.Requirements and prospectsDesired skills and personal qualitiesCommunication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingPhysical fitnessA willingness to learnQualificationsGCSE or equivalent English (Grade A – C (9 – 4)GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A – C (9 – 4)Things to considerWe have a total of six apprenticeships available across our four sites. This is for our Dartford depot. Please visit our website for more details.Apprenticeship standardHeavy vehicle service and maintenance technician Level 3 (A level)Job Types: Full-time, ApprenticeshipSalary: From £15,600.00 per yearBenefits:Company pensionCycle to work schemeFree parkingHealth & wellbeing programmeLife insuranceOn-site gymReferral programmeAbility to commute/relocate:Dartford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Licence/Certification:Driving Licence (preferred)Work Location: In person Sparshatt Truck & Van Ltd has been synonymous with Mercedes-Benz in Kent for over 40 years. Today the group operates four well-established sales and service sites across the county of Kent, employing over 200 people. We value all those who work with us and continue to ensure we train and retain talented people, without whom, we simply would not be the success we are today.