Heavy Goods Service and Maintenance Apprentice Technician

Fleet Maintenance Services Ltd; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable automotive service company in Rochdale is seeking an enthusiastic apprentice to join their workshop. You will assist experienced technicians while learning about vehicle maintenance and repair. Ideal candidates should have a genuine interest in the automotive trade. Full training will be provided. Successful apprentices may progress to become HGV MOT Testers.

Benefits

Full training and support

Opportunity for career progression

Qualifications

• Ideally grades C (or 4) and above in GCSE maths and English but this is not essential.
• Must have a keen interest in automotive trade.

Responsibilities

• Keep the workshop clean and tidy.
• Assist technicians with on-the-job training.
• Learn vehicle servicing and fault diagnosis.

Skills

Interest in the automotive trade

Knowledge of HGV maintenance and repair

Education

GCSE Maths and English (grades C or 4)

Job description

About this opportunity

A fantastic opportunity has arisen with Fleet Maintenance Services, to join their team at the busy workshop in Snake Hill Industrial Estate in Middleton. They require an enthusiastic / motivated person, with a keen interest the automotive industry.

A normal day would include :

• Keeping the workshop clean and tidy
• Using the tools and equipment used in vehicle maintenance and repair
• Learning safe working procedures in the workshop
• Assisting other technicians with their work whilst receiving on the job training
• Learning how to service a vehicle and safely remove and replace engine, chassis, electrical and transmission components
• Learning simple and complex fault diagnosis and repairs on engine, chassis, transmission and electrical systems

Fleet Maintenance Services Ltd provide a quality service at very low rates, with no compromise on workmanship and results.

What you could go on to do :

You could go on to progress to become an HGV MOT Tester with the company after completing the apprenticeship.

How you will be supported :

Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next

New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out :

• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
• Any training you need to complete
• What the next steps will be

How you could get there :

If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

What you should have to apply

Ideally grades C (or 4) and above in GCSE maths and English but this is not essential

Personal Qualities

• Punctuality
• Reliability
• Honesty
• A willing attitude to working and learning

Skills

• To have a keen and genuine interest in the automotive trade
• Good knowledge and understanding of HGV maintenance and repair