Apprentice Workshop Technician

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee wellbeing support

Structured 3-year apprenticeship

Training and mentoring

Job summary

Fenland District Council invites applications for a 3-year Apprenticeship: Apprentice Workshop Technician in Wisbech. You will learn to inspect, service, maintain and repair a range of vehicles and plant in a busy workshop, while gaining recognised qualifications and attending college one day per week.

Throughout the programme you’ll develop hands-on skills, including fault finding, vehicle inspections and safe workshop practices, with HGV driver training opportunities and mentoring from

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at 4/C or above.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and workshop practices to Level 2/3 is desirable.
• Commitment to attending college one day per week throughout the apprenticeship.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Learn to inspect, service, maintain, diagnose and repair a wide range of vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Gain practical experience while studying towards a recognised qualification.
• Attend college one day per week throughout the apprenticeship.
• Work in a busy workshop alongside experienced technicians.
• Develop customer service and teamwork skills.

Skills

Hands-on work

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE English & Maths (4/C+)

Full UK driving licence

Job description

3-Year Fixed-Term Contract

Are you interested in vehicle maintenance, engineering, and hands on practical work? Do you want to earn while you learn and gain recognised qualifications that can lead to a long term career?

Fenland District Council is offering an exciting opportunity to join our Environmental Services team as an Apprentice Workshop Technician. Through this structured 3 year apprenticeship programme, you will develop the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to become a qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Technician while working alongside experienced professionals in a busy workshop environment.

As part of your development, you will also have the opportunity to undertake HGV driver training, helping you build a broad range of skills to support your future career.

About the Role

Working within our established workshop team, you will learn how to inspect, service, maintain, diagnose, and repair a wide variety of vehicles, plant, and equipment, including:

• Heavy and light goods vehicles
• Refuse collection vehicles
• Sweepers
• Vans
• Plant and machinery
• Sewage treatment works and pumping station equipment

Throughout your apprenticeship, you will gain practical experience while studying towards a recognised qualification and attending college one day per week.

You will develop skills in:

• Vehicle servicing and repairs
• Fault finding and diagnostics
• Planned and preventative maintenance
• Vehicle inspections and compliance checks
• Safe working practices and workshop procedures
• Customer service and teamwork

By the end of the programme, you will have gained valuable technical expertise and a strong foundation for a rewarding career in vehicle maintenance and engineering.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual who:

• Has a genuine interest in vehicle maintenance, engineering, or mechanics
• Enjoys practical, hands-on work
• Is eager to learn and develop new skills
• Works well as part of a team
• Has a positive and professional attitude
• Is reliable and committed to completing an apprenticeship programme
• Can communicate effectively with colleagues and customers

Essential Requirements

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and workshop practices to Level 2/3
• Commitment to attending college one day per week throughout the apprenticeship
• Ability to work safely and follow health and safety procedures
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Right to work in the UK

What We Offer

• A fully supported 3-year apprenticeship programme leading to a recognised qualification
• Practical experience working on a diverse fleet of vehicles and equipment
• Training, coaching, and mentoring from experienced workshop technicians
• Opportunities to undertake HGV driver training
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Employee wellbeing support and benefits
• A supportive working environment within a forward-thinking local authority
• Excellent opportunities to build a long term career in vehicle maintenance and engineering

Join Us

If you’re ready to develop valuable technical skills, gain recognised qualifications, and start a rewarding career with a forward-thinking local authority, we’d love to hear from you.

View a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification - Apprentice Workshop Technician - JD/PS

Closing Date: Friday 11th September 2026

Fenland District Council is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Company: Fenland District Council

Salary: Band 4 £27,694 - £30,024

Location: Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Sector: Highways

Sector: Highways Maintenance

Job Role: Technician