Hgv Mechanic Apprentice

Hunter Vehicles Limited; Harlow; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in commercial vehicle solutions is seeking dedicated apprentices to join their dynamic team in Harlow. This role offers a comprehensive apprenticeship program that combines hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge, ensuring you develop essential skills in vehicle maintenance and repair. With a strong focus on diagnostics, servicing, and compliance with relevant legislation, you will be well-prepared for a permanent position upon completion. Join a company with over 60 years of experience in the field and take the first step towards a rewarding career in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• Completion of an apprenticeship program over 36 months.
• Technical certificate covering theory side of vehicle maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics and preventative maintenance on vehicles.
• Conduct repairs and servicing, including pre MOT inspections.

Skills

Diagnostics

Preventative maintenance

Servicing

Repairs

Pre MOT / Ministry inspections

Education

IMI NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Level 2 Functional Skills – English

Level 2 IT

Job description

Located in Harlow, Enfield, Middlesex and Bedford, Hunter Vehicles Ltd has been involved in building and repairing commercial vehicles. The company has expanded to include a fully equipped commercial vehicle service department, four bay paintshop, bodyshop, DVSA approved tachograph centre, and its own commercial vehicle daily hire fleet. We are also a Nissan Commercial Vehicle Approved Repairer. With 60 years of experience in providing high-quality solutions in: Van & Truck Rental, Full Service Contract Hire, Vehicle Sales, Servicing & Repair, Commercial Bodybuilding, and insurance recognized accident repairers, we at Hunter provide a comprehensive "ONE STOP SHOP” for the commercial vehicle industry. ANY VEHICLE, ANY MAKE.

Permanent post after completion of the apprenticeship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnostics
• Preventative maintenance
• Servicing
• Repairs
• Pre MOT / Ministry inspections
• Logging and maintaining records accordingly
• Comply with relevant legislation

The apprenticeship programme usually consists of the following elements:

Knowledge Element:

This is the technical certificate and covers the theory side of your work which is delivered when you attend College, so that you can put these newly acquired skills into practice at work.

Competence Element:

This is the practical side of the programme and is assessed directly within the workplace by a Harlow College Assessor to ensure that you are developing your skills within the workplace and putting all that you learn at College into practice.

Functional Skills:

This area covers English and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) if not already at Grade 4 GCSE standard.

Transferable Skills:

These are the skills that help you develop your Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) and your rights as an employee within the workplace (ERR).

The duration of the course is 36 months. You will attend College for 1 day a week and will be in the workplace for the remaining 4 days.

How and When Will I Study?

IMI NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Level 2 Functional Skills – English, if required,
Level 2 IT, if required
ERR (Employment Rights & Responsibilities)
PLTS (Personal Learning and Thinking Skills)

Monday - Friday 8:00 - 17:00