Apprentice Technician - Year 1

Volvo Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport solutions provider in Bristol is offering a Year 1 Apprentice Technician position. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in heavy vehicle technology and earn while you learn. The apprenticeship includes thorough training in electronics and diagnostics, with competitive pay rates starting at £7.93 per hour. You'll be part of a team dedicated to shaping the future of sustainable transport solutions.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension up to 5% matched

Healthcare cash back plan

Ongoing training and development

Work perks

Qualifications

• Eager to learn and develop as a technician in a practical setting.
• Interest in heavy vehicle technology and electronics.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Heavy Vehicle Advanced Apprenticeship Programme.
• Learn about heavy vehicle technology and diagnostics.
• Contribute to teamwork and development projects.

Skills

Mechanics

Diagnostics

Technical motivation

Job description

Apprentice Technician - Year 1

Location: Bristol, BS11 8DT, GB

Company: Renault Trucks Sales & Services

Job Type: Student, Blue Collar, Permanent, Occasional Travel

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What you will do

Apprentice HGV Technicians x 5

We are proud to be opening 5 apprenticeship opportunities ensuring a healthy pipeline of future Technicians for Renault Truck Commercials Bristol.

Are you looking for a rewarding career and are technically motivated in Mechanics, Diagnostics and Trucks? Are you looking for an Apprenticeship? If so, you could be our Future.

We pride ourselves in developing people, ready for work and to achieve their ambitions. In this industry, you never stop learning, with continual professional development throughout your career, especially with Renault leading the way in Electric Trucks and Vans.

During our 4 year Heavy Vehicle Advanced Apprenticeship Programme, you will learn all aspects of heavy vehicle technology which are embedded in this dedicated programme focusing on electronics, diagnostics and computer management systems.

So, come on, Drive Your Future, make the first step by applying. If shortlisted, our apprenticeship partner will contact you to assess your suitability and before interviews are arranged at the depot.

Did you know that the Government's National Minimum APPRENTIC E rate for year one is £6.40? WE go above and beyond:

Renault Truck Commercials First year apprentice rates

• 16-17 years: £7.93 pr hr
• 18-20 years: £10.50 pr hr
• 21+ years: £12.21 pr hr

Our rates increase as you move into the next year and/or if you change age category before the new year commences.

Working Hours: Mon-Fri 40 hours, 8am to 5pm with block release study weeks at our prestigious Renault Trucks Academy in Leicester.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus BH's
• Company pension up to 5% matched
• Healthcare cash back plan
• Work Perks
• Ongoing training and development

Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group's leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

As part of Volvo Group, Renault Trucks counts 10,000 professionals committed to have a positive impact on society. We want to contribute to a more sustainable future. We create the business opportunities to make it happen and we stand up to lead this transformation in the transport industry. We care for each other and value our work-life balance. We are eager to learn and grow. We think as entrepreneurs, we are empowered and fairly recognized for our contribution. We are simple, pragmatic, committed and warm.