Apprentice Mobile Plant Mechanic

Summary

To maintain the serviceability and operational effectiveness of all company plant machinery and small tools To learn, develop and assist the Workshop team. Must be able to work as part of a team. A good communicator with a professional attitude and willingness to learn.

Wage

£14,526.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Land-based service engineering technician (level 3)

Hours

To be discussed at the interview.

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 30 June 2025

Duration

3 years

Positions available

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

Servicing and basic maintenance requirements and repairs:

Hydraulic systems
Electrical systems
Pneumatic systems
Power units and fuel systems
Brake systems
Transmission systems
Undercarriage, steering and suspension
Small Plant
Bench fitting
Welding and cutting
Breakdown and Recovery Procedures
Washing and cleaning of vehicles
Attending breakdowns

Where you’ll work

Tilson Road
Roundthorn Industrial Estate
Manchester
M23 9GF

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

REASEHEATH COLLEGE

Your training course

Land-based service engineering technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Interpret technical data, documentation and operational conditions, and apply in line with the technician’s role.
Interpret and respect safety procedure requirements, undertake risk assessment and mitigation measures to safeguard, bystanders, the general public, property and livestock.
To communicate with and gather information from colleagues and customers employing a range of techniques as appropriate to the audience. This includes explaining technical matters in straight forward terms and asking questions to gather the information required to perform an efficient diagnosis.
Demonstrate professional customer care practices as an individual and team member. This includes; presentation of oneself, the work area, the company’s vehicle and equipment. treating customers and colleagues with respect and courtesy, supporting work colleagues, the company and its products and services
Install and handover machinery, plant and equipment, explaining its safe operation, maintenance and warranty requirements, verification of optimum performance and the completion of handover documentation
Conduct advanced maintenance, and the repair of technologically advanced machinery and equipment which typically may include; power units, power trains, plant, machinery, equipment and their components
Carry out diagnostics, repairs and re-instatement of complex products and verify conformity to manufacturer’s specification.
Compile technical reports, repair proposals, quotations and incident reports
Maintain and repair complex hydraulic systems and their components as appropriate to the sector.
Maintain, interrogate, calibrate and repair electronic equipment and systems
Minimise machinery, plant and equipment downtime by carrying out diagnostic and preventative maintenance efficiently and effectively.

Your training plan

Reaseheath Training will be the apprenticeship provider for this Level 3 apprenticeship.

The employer will give guidance and support throughout
Off-the-job training must make up at least 20% of the apprentice’s contracted hours, over the total duration of the apprentice’s planned training period
This Standard apprenticeship may include Functional Skills in maths, English & ICT

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English/Maths (grade 4 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

Communication skills
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working

About this company

We specialise in plant machinery and small tool hire, ground works, building supplies, and reclamation. With 35 years of experience serving Manchester, Cheshire, and the surrounding North West region, our family-run business is known for its professional and personalised approach

http://www.ashley-plant.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Ashley Plant is experiencing a period of rapid growth and development. Showing dedication, willingness and a good attitude can enable the candidate to grow within Ashley Plant to a fully-fledged member of the team. In previous years we have enabled staff to grow from trainees to full time professional mechanics, HGV Wagon Drivers, Groundworkers, Workshop foremen and Depot Managers.

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