HGV Apprenticeship Technician - Bathgate

Lothian Daf; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Lothian DAF in Bathgate is offering an HGV Apprenticeship Technician position. The Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship spans 3 years, combining hands-on workshop training with academy studies.

You will earn a wage while gaining industry-leading qualifications and work alongside skilled Technicians in a full-time role. You will be trained at the DAF Apprentice Academy, learning truck servicing, repair and maintenance with access to the latest systems and technology, supported by a dedicated Skills

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grades 4-9 or equivalent.
• Willingness to undertake an intensive Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Work on some of the most modern trucks equipped with the latest systems and 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.

Skills

Mechanical diagnosis

Electrical systems

Maintenance skills

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

HGV Apprenticeship Technician - Bathgate

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 Apprentice Academy 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

Lothian DAF

Blackburn Road, Bathgate, West Lothian, EH48 2EY

Closes 15/09/2026