HGV Apprenticeship Technician - Bathgate

DAF Trucks UK; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

DAF Trucks UK offers a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, delivered over three years. You will be employed full-time and learn alongside qualified Technicians while earning a wage.

Apprenticeship training is delivered at the DAF Apprentice Academy, with hands-on vehicle work and classroom instruction, focusing on servicing, repair, and technology. You will be supported by a Skills Coach who visits to monitor progress and training needs, helping you build a

Qualifications

• Be at least 16 years of age and not in full-time education.
• Have GCSE grades 4-9 (A-C or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Complete an online assessment and initial assessment.

Responsibilities

• Work on some of the most modern, sophisticated trucks on the road, equipped with the latest systems and advanced DAF technology.
• Diagnose and rectify complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Investigate a variety of cutting-edge electrical systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs to DAF’s high standards.

Education

GCSE English and Maths (grades 4-9, A-C or equivalent)

Job description

Our Heavy Vehicle Apprenticeship combines hands on workshop training and studies with block release at the DAF Apprentice Academy.

You will have the opportunity to work on some of the most modern, sophisticated trucks on the road with access to the latest systems and technology enabling you to gain the skills, knowledge and experience needed to enter the automotive industry. The Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship is delivered over 3 years, providing you with practical, on the job training and classroom based instruction. The DAF Apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage whilst gaining industry leading qualifications.

Do you have what it takes?

You will:

• Work on some of the most modern, sophisticated trucks on the road, equipped with the latest systems and advanced DAF technology
• Diagnose and rectify complex mechanical and electrical systems
• Investigate a variety of cutting-edge electrical systems
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs to DAF’s high standards

What can you expect?

You will:

• Undertake a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, delivered over a 3-year period
• Be employed as a full-time employee, working alongside qualified Technicians and learning from their experience
• Be paid a competitive wage whilst gaining the practical skills, knowledge and experience needed to enter the automotive industry.
• Attend the DAF Apprentice Academy where you will be specially trained on DAF vehicles in all aspects of truck servicing, repair and maintenancewith access to the latest systems and technology
• Be supported throughout your Apprenticeship by a dedicated Skills Coach who will regularly visit you in the workplace to monitor your progress, training needs and support with your portfolio work.

What do you need to join?

Applicants must:

• Be at least 16 years of age and not in full-time education
• Have GCSE grades 4-9, (A-C or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Complete an online assessment and initial assessment