Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprentice
EXCEED LOGISTICS LIMITED
Grimsby (DN41 8DF)
Closes in 25 days (Sunday 25 May 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 28 April 2025
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Summary
Join Exceed Logistics Ltd as a Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprentice. You'll study the L3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship, gaining hands-on experience in servicing, repairing, and maintaining our fleet of heavy vehicles. Start your career with expert training and practical skills in a dynamic logistics environment.
- Wage
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£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Mon-Fri 8am-4.30pm (30mins lunch).
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 1 September 2025
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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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
- Perform routine servicing and maintenance on Exceed Logistics' fleet of heavy vehicles to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults in vehicles, utilising both traditional and modern diagnostic tools.
- Conduct thorough vehicle inspections to ensure they meet safety and roadworthiness standards, identifying potential issues before they become problematic.
- Use diagnostic equipment and software to accurately identify and troubleshoot issues within the vehicle systems.
- Replace and repair faulty parts and components, ensuring all replacements meet manufacturer specifications and quality standards.
- Carry out preventative maintenance tasks to minimise vehicle downtime and extend the lifespan of the fleet.
- Work collaboratively with a team of experienced technicians, following their guidance and learning from their expertise.
- Keep detailed and accurate records of all work carried out, including parts used, time spent, and any other relevant information for future reference and compliance.
- Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations and company policies to maintain a safe working environment.
- Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient workshop environment, ensuring tools and equipment are properly stored and maintained.
- Attend and actively participate in all required training sessions and coursework as part of the Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Standard.
- Continuously develop and improve technical skills through hands-on experience, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities.
- Ensure the proper use and care of all tools and equipment provided, reporting any issues or needs for replacement to maintain operational efficiency.
Where you’ll work
Netherlands Way
Stallingborough
Grimsby
DN41 8DF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
TEC PARTNERSHIP
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
- Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Standard.
- A bespoke programme of technical and vocational learning.
- Functional skills in Maths and English*if applicable.
More training information
The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated work-based trainer who will provide support and guidance throughout the course. This Apprenticeship requires attendance for classroom-based sessions once per week at the Grimsby Institute Campus, Nuns Corner, Grimsby, DN345AB.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C)
- Maths (grade 4/C)
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
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
Prior to applying please ensure you are able to get to and from this workplace within the operating hours Please be aware as the first part of the process you will be asked to complete a Learner Form and online assessments in English and Maths. You will receive one to one Information, Advice and Guidance with one of the Learner Engagement Team.
About this company
Exceed Logistics Ltd, based in Stallingborough, is a premier logistics company specialising in providing comprehensive transport solutions. With a focus on reliability and efficiency, we manage a diverse fleet of heavy vehicles to ensure seamless delivery services across various sectors. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction drives our operations, making us a trusted partner in the logistics industry.
After this apprenticeship
- Possible permanent contract upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship and further enhanced industry-based training.
- An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence.
- Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
TEC PARTNERSHIP
Helena Gollings
myapprenticeship@grimsby.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000317283.
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Closes in 25 days (Sunday 25 May 2025 at 11:59pm)
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