Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Technician (HGV)

Introduction

Sapphire Vehicle Services is looking for people to join our HGV Technician Apprenticeship Scheme to be developed into tomorrow’s best Heavy Vehicle Repair Technicians. After completing the apprenticeship course, you will be a fully qualified HGV technician. Duties include roller brake tests, Tacho calibrations and air conditioning service/repairs.



About the Employer

Sapphire Vehicles Services Limited is a commercial vehicle fleet management company with a service provision packaged to offer a clearly defined portfolio of support services to both new and existing companies

What You'll Do

 Technicians will be trained in all aspects of heavy vehicle repair and will include diagnostics using OEM equipment for Mercedes, Scania, DAF & IVECO.

Our HGV Technicians service and maintain all aspects of our modern and varied fleet of heavy goods vehicles, trailers and tail lifts.

Our fully equipped and IRTEC accredited workshops all have the ability to complete:

  • Roller brake tests
  • Tacho calibrations
  • Air conditioning service/repairs
  • Windscreen repair
  • Tail lift statutory inspections and weight tests
  • And much more...


Training Outcome

An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence.

Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.



Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Physical fitness


Qualifications

  • Essential - GCSE - English - 4/C
  • Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4/C


Course Information

Course: Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced



Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm including half hour unpaid lunch break. 40 hours a week.

Expected Duration: 3 Years



Training Provider: LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE

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