Apprentice HGV Technician

Derby City Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Rewards scheme

Cycle2Work

Flexible work

Job summary

Derby City Council offers an Apprenticeship as an HGV Technician, delivered in partnership with Remit Training. You will work toward a Heavy Vehicle Service Maintenance Technician Level 3 qualification while gaining hands-on experience in our vehicle workshop.

Applicants should have GCSEs in English and Maths (grade C/4) and are not required to have prior workshop experience; a Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject is desirable, with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths (grade C/4 or above) required or equivalent.
• No prior workshop experience is essential but desirable: level 2 related subject or relevant work exposure.

Responsibilities

• Support senior technicians in daily vehicle workshop tasks.
• Assist with Heavy Goods Vehicle maintenance and diagnostics.
• Learn on-the-job as part of the apprenticeship programme with Remit Training.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Hands-on

Team player

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Level 2 qualification (desirable)

Job description

This apprenticeship will be delivered in partnership with Remit Training, where you will work towards the Heavy Vehicle Service Maintenance Technician Level 3 qualification, alongside gaining practical experience within Derby City Council's vehicle workshop.

All employees will normally be appointed to the minimum of the grade for the role. Where a DBS requirement is indicated at the top of this advert, the successful candidate will be subject to the appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of our safer recruitment process.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Derby City Council, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we serve.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role can choose to apply through our Guaranteed Interview Scheme. We are also proud to hold the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Silver Award, recognising our commitment to supporting serving personnel, veterans and their families.

Members of the Armed Forces community, veterans and their close family members who meet the essential criteria are also eligible for our Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, including during your application, interview or onboarding, we'll work with you to provide the support you need.

At Derby City Council, we operate in excess of 500 road-registered vehicles and plant, which are essential for delivering services across our City. Our wide range of fleet includes car derived vans, mechanical sweepers and refuse collection vehicles.

We are looking for a motivated, hands‑on individual to join our team as an Apprentice HGV Technician. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining real‑world experience working on Heavy Goods Vehicles alongside our fully qualified technicians.

Applicants are required to have GCSEs, or equivalent qualifications, in English and Maths (grade C or grade 4). No previous experience is essential, however a level 2 qualification in relevant subject area or previous work experience within a vehicle workshop would be desirable. Most importantly, we are looking for someone with a strong work ethic, a genuine interest in vehicle mechanics and willingness to learn and develop. If you are ready to start a career in a skilled and in-demand trade, within a supportive workplace that offers opportunities to learn, develop and progress, we would love to hear from you.

At Derby City Council, we're proud to deliver over 250 essential services that support our residents, communities and businesses. Guided by our vision to create an Inclusive, Green, Growing and Vibrant City, we put people at the heart of everything we do.

Our values shape how we work every day. We believe in Great People, One Team, we're Bold in embracing change, Strong in delivering for our communities, and We Care about making a positive difference.

Join us and you'll be part of an ambitious, collaborative organisation where you can develop your career while helping to shape Derby's future.

Why join Derby City Council? At Derby City Council, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference while building a rewarding career in an organisation that values, supports and invests in its people. Alongside the opportunity to help shape the future of Derby, you'll benefit from a comprehensive range of employee benefits, including:

Financial Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - a secure, defined benefit pension with life cover
• Team Derby Rewards - discounts across a wide range of retail, leisure and lifestyle brands
• Tusker Car Benefit Scheme - a salary sacrifice scheme for leasing a brand-new, fully maintained and insured vehicle

Work-Life Balance

• Generous annual leave, starting at 27 days and rising to 32 days after five years' service (plus bank holidays, depending on your contract)
• The option to purchase additional annual leave
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements for many roles
• Flexible retirement options, where eligible
• Support for colleagues with caring responsibilities

Learning and Development

• Learning and development opportunities, with regular career conversations to support your growth
• Leadership and management development programmes, mentoring and professional qualifications
• Modern workspaces designed to support collaboration, productivity and wellbeing

Health and Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support and a year-round wellbeing calendar
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Cycle2Work Scheme and free cycle training

Community and Inclusion

• Up to 15 hours of volunteering leave each year
• Recognition through initiatives including the Here for Derby Awards and Long Service Awards
• The opportunity to join one of our Employee Networks, including LGBTQ+, Disabled Employees and Carers, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Employees, and Neurodiversity

At Derby City Council, we believe our people are our greatest strength. Whatever stage you're at in your career, you'll be joining an inclusive organisation where you'll be supported to develop, feel valued and make a meaningful difference to the communities we serve. Some benefits are dependent on your role, contract or length of service.