Heavy Vehicle Apprentice

6 days ago

King's Lynn, United Kingdom Skillnet Ltd Full time

Vacancy description

An exciting opportunity to work for DAF as part of a highly skilled work force that is committed to quality.

The course is fully supported with all of the training you require to become fully qualified. With the rapid increase in the complexity of today’s trucks - and the technology needed to keep them up and running - first class training for those involved in the vital servicing and maintenance of these vehicles has become more important than ever. The DAF Apprentice Programme gives you the chance to join the select group of specialist technicians working on some of the most modern, sophisticated trucks on the road.

The day to day tasks include:

- Observing and assisting technicians
- Following health and safety procedures
- Servicing
- MOTs
- All aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills
- Full training will be provided, no skills required

Personal qualities
- A keen interest in heavy vehicles
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- The employer is looking for an apprentice that is very hard working and motivated to learn new skills

Desired qualifications
- Minimum of 3 GCSE or equivalent (A*-C 9/4 for English and maths preferable)

Future prospects

DAF believes in providing an extensive, high quality Apprenticeship which gives their Apprentices the opportunity to advance, succeed and fulfil all ambitions for a career in the motor industry and with such a wide range of skills instilled, an Apprentice can move into any other area of the motor industry.

Things to consider

When on a DAF Apprenticeship you will be required to attend the City of Bristol College 4 times a year for two weeks at a time. All accommodation and travel costs are paid for.

Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

An Apprentice’s training includes:

- Not only will Apprentices be working and be trained at a DAF garage, they will attend City of Bristol College, four times a year, for two-week periods, to work towards their VRQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- An advisor will visit at least every six weeks as part of a close support network, to ensure that Apprentices are both enjoying and succeeding in their course

An Apprentice’s training includes:

- VCQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- Technical Certificate - IMI Diploma Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- Functional Skills in English, maths and ICT
- Recognised Welding Certificate

Apprenticeship standard
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician

**Job Types**: Full-time, Apprenticeship

**Salary**: £4.81 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- King's Lynn, PE34 3AH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Reference ID: F&S Kings Lynn

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