Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Technician

ENGINEERINGUK; Leyland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Vehicle Technician Apprentice in a forward-thinking company. This role offers hands-on experience in maintaining heavy vehicles, working alongside qualified technicians. You'll gain essential qualifications and skills while enjoying a supportive training environment. With a competitive starting pay and the chance to secure a permanent position, this apprenticeship is perfect for those passionate about the vehicle industry. Join a culture that values teamwork and innovation, and take the first step towards a rewarding career in vehicle maintenance.

Benefits

Partnership discount in store and online

Discounted cinema tickets

Discounted stays at hotels

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive parental leave policy

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills and understanding of vehicle systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform services, inspections, and repairs on heavy vehicles.
• Diagnose complex faults using diagnostic equipment.

Skills

English and Maths GCSE Grade C or Level 4

Interest in the commercial vehicle/vehicle industry

Education

GCSE in English and Maths

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About the role

Do you have a passion for vehicles and want to understand how to maintain them? We have an exciting opportunity to become a Vehicle Technician Apprentice in John Lewis Partnership. Our Heavy Commercial Vehicle Technicians are vital to our logistics network. Without them, our shelves would be empty and our customers disappointed. Our Vehicle Technicians are encouraged to manage their own time, while being proactive to ensure our Commercial Fleet is maintained.

You'll gain the qualifications needed for the role and have the opportunity to secure a permanent Heavy Vehicle Technician position with us at the end of your apprenticeship.

At a glance

This role is based at our vehicle workshop in Leyland.

This is a permanent position with a starting pay rate of £12.45 per hour. In the first year, you'll work Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm. From year 2 onwards, you will work flexibly across all shifts to gain a broader understanding of the operation.

We are recruiting candidates to start in August 2025.

Pay rate breakdown

• Starting Pay Rate - £12.45 per hour
• After passing year 1 exams - £12.80 per hour
• After passing year 2 exams - £13.50 per hour
• Upon completing the Apprenticeship - £16.15 per hour

About the role

As an Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Technician, you will work in our Workshops alongside qualified Technicians, learning to perform services, inspections, and repairs on heavy vehicles. Tasks range from replacing simple parts to diagnosing complex faults using diagnostic equipment. You will work independently and as part of a team, with strong problem-solving skills and a good understanding of vehicle systems.

For more details, see the attached job outline.

Apprenticeship Training

Training is delivered both on-site and via 7-week training blocks at S&B's Automotive Academy in Bristol. Travel, accommodation, and meals are paid for by the Partnership. You will have a mentor to support you, and progress is monitored through an electronic logbook. The apprenticeship lasts approximately 3 years, culminating in a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance.

Essential skills

• English and Maths GCSE Grade C or Level 4
• Interest in the commercial vehicle/vehicle industry

Benefits

We value our Partners' contributions. Benefits include:

• Partnership discount in store and online after three months (25% in John Lewis & Partners, 20% in Waitrose & Partners)
• Discounted cinema tickets and VIP access at the O2 arena
• Discounted stays at John Lewis Partnership hotels
• Flexible working and focus on well-being, plus our inclusive parental leave policy

More benefits can be found at: https://www.jlpjobs.com/about/benefits/

About The Partnership

We are the UK's largest employee-owned business, home to John Lewis and Waitrose. We foster a culture of ownership, innovation, and inclusivity, committed to building a happier world. We believe in teamwork, respect, and creating a place where everyone can thrive.

Important points

Some roles require pre-employment checks, including DBS and financial probity checks. Apply promptly, as vacancies may close early. We support flexible working arrangements; discuss options with the hiring manager during your interview.

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