Apprentice HGV Technician

Getting In Limited; Swindon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national apprenticeship training provider is seeking an Apprentice HGV Technician. The successful candidate will enroll in a Level 3 apprenticeship, gaining the skills needed to advance to a Vehicle Technician role. This 3-year program involves practical learning and formal training, ensuring all required standards are met in service delivery.

Qualifications

• Eager to complete Level 3 Apprenticeship Course in Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician.
• Will obtain LGV/Cat C Driving Licence post-apprenticeship.
• Available for travel across the service area.

Responsibilities

• Learn inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of vehicles and operational equipment.
• Assist Vehicle Technicians with advanced activities under supervision.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures and uphold the Code of Ethics.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Job description

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Learning Provider

Delivered by PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED

Employer

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service

Vacancy Description

As an Apprentice HGV Technician you will:

• Be eager and willing to be enrolled on the following Level 3 Apprenticeship Course ‘Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician (Heavy)’ which runs for a period of 3 years
• Upon successful completion of the above apprenticeship course and the successful postholder obtaining their LGV/Cat C Driving Licence there will be the opportunity to join the established fleet team in becoming a competent Vehicle Technician where you will receive a Grade E salary which presents a fantastic progression opportunity for the successful candidate
• Learn the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of vehicles and associated operational equipment, ensuring all work is completed to the required standard
• Be based at Charminster workshop and attend Bournemouth College on block release
• To complete all college study, course work, assignments and end point assessments
• Learn the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of vehicles and associated operational equipment, ensuring all work is completed to the required standards
• Learn how to carry out vehicle and stowage modifications including the fabrication of components
• Learn how to effectively communicate with manufacturers and suppliers to aid the diagnosis and rectification of defects, ensuring all work is completed to the appropriate standard
• Be willing to travel across the whole service area to attend operational incidents, vehicle breakdowns and DWFRS sites as required to learn how to provide repair, maintenance, and vehicle recovery
• Effectively assist Vehicle Technicians with advanced activities when required with appropriate supervision
• Follow and comply with Health & Safety procedures and best practice
• Uphold Service values and the Code of Ethics

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Apprentice HGV Technician

Employer Description

The combined Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service came into being on 1 April 2016, and serves the local authority areas of Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole, Dorset, Swindon, and Wiltshire.The organisation delivers a range of prevention, protection and response services to over 1.45 million residents across the Service area, using the following resources:50 fire stations – four wholetime-crewed only, eight crewed by wholetime and on-call personnel, and 38 crewed by on-call firefighters only.A Service Control Centre, answering 999 emergency calls 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.Over 1,000 wholetime and on-call firefighters.Over 70 fire engines and a large number of specialist support vehicles, equipped to deal with a wide range of emergencies – including fires, road traffic collisions, flooding and water rescue, animal rescue, rescue from height, and helping colleagues in the police and ambulance service.Around 300 Corporate staff helping to provide our essential front-line services to both residents and local businesses.Over 100 volunteers.

Vacancy Location

Charminster Workshop DT2 9RP

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000323365

Key Dates

Apply From

04/06/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-06-22 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-08-15 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

• 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

Learning Provider

PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED

Skills Required

Attention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skills

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