MAN Heavy Vehicle Apprenticeship - Grimsby

SKILLNET LIMITED

South Killingholme, DN40 3DR

Closes in 26 days (Thursday 31 October at 11:59pm)

Posted on 2 October 2024

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Summary

An exciting opportunity to work for MAN as part of a highly skilled workforce that is committed to quality. Working alongside qualified technicians who will be dealing with all aspects of the maintenance and repair of heavy vehicles.

Annual wage
£13,312 a year

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Training course
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, working hours to be confirmed (TBC).

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Friday 1 November

Duration

3 Years

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

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 MAN 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

Where you’ll work

Eastfield Road

Grimsby

South Killingholme

DN40 3DR

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

SKILLNET LIMITED

Your training course

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

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.

    • Your training plan

    Not only will apprentices be working and be trained at a MAN garage, but they will also attend the MAN Centre in Swindon four times a year, for two-week periods, to work towards their Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

    A skills coach will visit at least every 28 days as part of a close support network, to ensure that apprentices are both enjoying and succeeding in their course.

    An Apprentice’s training includes:

    • Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Apprenticeship Standard
    • Functional Skills (English and maths) if required

    Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date.

    Requirements

    Desirable qualifications

    GCSE or equivalent in:

    • English and Maths (grade 4/C or above)

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

    Skills

    • No skills required
    • Full training will be provided

    Other requirements

    Interview and start dates are subject to arrangement.

    About this company

    As a global freight forwarder, DSV provides and manages supply chain solutions for thousands of companies every day. Whether you are a small family-run businesses or large global corporation we focus on keeping your supply chains flowing through operational excellence and sustainable growth. This is at the core of our purpose, vision and mission.Our skilled people with industry know-how, modern warehouses, strong carrier relationships and a global network across 80 countries position us to better serve your needs. We help you achieve your business objectives through a unique blend of optimised and flexible solutions, combined with visibility tools, secure IT infrastructure and sustainability.

    After this apprenticeship

    MAN believes in providing an extensive, high-quality apprenticeship that 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.

    On completion of the standard, the Engineering Technician will be eligible to apply for registration as an Engineering Technician with a relevant professional body. On completion and achievement of the standard, candidates will have the opportunity to progress to Master Technician, management or to develop in their current role.

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    SKILLNET LIMITED

    Hannah Edwards

    hannah.edwards@skillnet.org.uk

    01923216165

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000280304.

    Apply now

    Closes in 26 days (Thursday 31 October at 11:59pm)

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