Apprentice Mechanic - Ringwood

SOLENT COMMERCIALS LTD

Ringwood, BH24 3EA

Closes on Tuesday 5 November

Posted on 25 September 2024

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Summary

Solent Commercials Ltd are looking for a new Commercial Vehicle Technician Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician (Heavy) - Level 3 apprenticeship.

Annual wage
£15,600 a year

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Training course
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00.

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Tuesday 12 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

We are seeking a motivated and eager Apprentice Mechanic to join our team specialising in the maintenance and repair of Heavy commercial vehicles. This apprenticeship offers a hands-on learning experience with guidance from experienced professionals, providing the foundational skills and knowledge necessary to become a proficient mechanic in the heavy vehicle industry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform basic maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tyre rotations, and brake inspections under supervision.
  • Assist in conducting routine checks and servicing of engines, transmissions, and other key vehicle components.
  • Engage in training sessions and workshops to understand the mechanics of heavy commercial vehicles.
  • Study service manuals and mechanical engineering principles related to heavy vehicles.
  • Aid senior mechanics in diagnosing vehicle issues using diagnostic tools and software.
  • Help with the repair and replacement of vehicle parts such as engines, transmissions, and suspension systems.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the workshop.
  • Manage and organise tools and equipment.
  • Follow safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment.
  • Document all work performed on vehicles in maintenance logs.
  • Assist in maintaining accurate records of parts and materials used.

Where you’ll work

Solent Commercials Ltd

Ringwood

BH24 3EA

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

PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS 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

    Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.

    It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.

    This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.

    This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 36 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician (Heavy) - Level 3 apprenticeship. 

    Requirements

    Desirable qualifications

    Other in:

    • Mechanical (grade Pass)

    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
    • Attention to detail
    • Organisation skills
    • Customer care skills

    Other requirements

    Working hours Please note that anyone under the age of 18 can only work a maximum of 40 hours per week. Any role which exceeds these hours should be amended accordingly, to fall in line with the legislation.

    About this company

    Commercial vehicle repairers. PMI's as per DVSA, pre-MOT Preparation, Air Conditioning & Servicing

    After this apprenticeship

    • Possibility of a full time role after the completion of the apprenticeship

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    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000278836.

    Apply now

    Closes on Tuesday 5 November

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