Vehicle Mechanic Advanced Apprentice - Lincoln

Getting In Limited; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals for an Advanced Apprentice position in Vehicle Mechanics. This role offers a unique blend of hands-on experience and academic learning, leading to a Level 3 Qualification in Light Vehicle Mechanics. You'll be immersed in a dynamic environment, working alongside skilled mechanics while ensuring the fleet remains operational 24/7. With a focus on safety and legal compliance, you will develop essential skills in vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. If you're eager to kickstart a rewarding career in the automotive industry, this apprenticeship is the perfect opportunity to grow your expertise and contribute to vital services that power communities.

Qualifications

• Achieve a Level 3 Qualification in Light Vehicle Mechanics.
• Experience in routine repair and maintenance of various vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine repairs and maintenance on a wide variety of vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle faults using diagnostic equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem-solving skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Initiative

Physical fitness

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Light Vehicle Mechanics

Job description

Apply to: Vehicle Mechanic Advanced Apprentice - Lincoln

Learning Provider

Delivered by S & B AUTOMOTIVE ACADEMY LIMITED

Employer

National Grid Electricity Distribution

Vacancy Description

Your training will include periods of on-the-job training at one of our Fleet workshops. You will be working alongside and learning from experienced and qualified Mechanics. In addition, you will attend a technical college for block release study periods, ultimately achieving a Level 3 Qualification in Light Vehicle Mechanics.

A vehicle Mechanic uses their mechanical skills and knowledge to ensure that our fleet is operational 24/7 – 365, thus enabling our teams to deliver a service to the communities and customers we serve. This means taking responsibility for safety, ensuring legal compliance, and delivering it all cost-effectively.

Join us, and you will use your skills and participate in activities on our fleet such as:

• Carrying out routine repair and maintenance on a wide variety of vehicles, plant, and ancillary equipment, which includes: Electric, ICE, Heavy goods, Cranes, Loaders, Generators, Trailers, etc.
• Preparing and presenting vehicles for annual testing.
• Road testing, diagnosing, and repairing vehicle faults using the latest diagnostic equipment.
• Attending breakdowns; recovery of broken down or accident-damaged vehicles.
• Fabrication and modification of vehicles – to include welding techniques.

Key Details

Vacancy Title: Vehicle Mechanic Advanced Apprentice - Lincoln

Employer Description

We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England, and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light, and power for homes and businesses, working outdoors with underground cables, overhead lines, and substations that operate between 230 and 132,000 volts. Net-zero targets are transforming the way we work and increasing the scope of the positive impact we can make. Right now, we’re looking for apprentices to join us.

Our people in Network Services work across a number of teams to keep the lights on for our customers. They might be helping a customer who has lost supply or supporting a developer building a multi-million-pound project. They maintain a 24/7 service from faults and maintenance, asset replacement to new connections, working outdoors with underground cables, overhead lines, and substations that operate between 230 and 132,000 volts; their work is critical to everything we do.

Vacancy Location

Deacon Road LN2 4JB

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000296478

Key Dates

Apply From: 24/01/2025

Closing Date For Applications: 2025-02-28 23:59:59

Interview Begin From:

Possible Start Date: 2025-09-01 00:00:00

Learning Provider

S & B AUTOMOTIVE ACADEMY LIMITED

Skills Required

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem-solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical thinking, Team working, Initiative, Physical fitness.

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