We are looking to recruit a Heavy Goods Vehicle Mechanic Apprentice at our Monkspath (Solihull) Distribution Centre.
We offer a permanent full-time position working shifts between 08:00am – 16:30pm, Mon-Fri each week (with occasional weekend work included).
Pay, working hours & benefits:
We offer a competitive hourly pay rate which will increase each year on the programme and you will be guaranteed a minimum of 40 hours work per week.
* Mec 1 - £7.55 per hour (First year / 16 & 17 year olds)
* Mec 2 - £10.00 per hour (Second year / 18 to 20 year olds in place for 2 years)
* Mec 3 - £12.21 per hour (Third year)
* Mec 4 - £15.00 per hour (Fourth year)
* Fully qualified after fourth year - £21.74 per hour
In addition to your pay, you will also benefit from:
* 30 days annual leave.
* Full training provided.
* Free canteen facilities.
* 15% staff discount in any of our 340+ shops on a range of food and household essentials.
* A smart uniform and all PPE provided at no cost.
* Free life assurance.
* Workplace pension.
The Apprenticeship:
As a HGV Technician Apprentice, you will receive practical training and instruction while assisting our workshop staff in the day-to-day running of the workshop, working towards maintaining our internal vehicle fleet. You will learn about servicing, inspections, fault finding, diagnostics, and the removal, repair, and replacement of components and technology.
The apprenticeship lasts four years: three years completing an HGV Technician course, leading to an S/NVQ level three qualification, with college attendance on a block release basis. The remaining year involves full-time practical work in our workshops. Development may lead to specialised training in areas such as fridge technician, f-gas handling, and tail lift inspection.
About You:
We seek a committed, highly motivated, and passionate individual with drive and ambition. At Farmfoods, we offer a career, not just a job, and aim to help you become the very best.
A bit about us:
Farmfoods is a family business with ambition. We pride ourselves on offering great value, quality products, and friendly service in clean, tidy shops.
Our HGV mechanics are essential to our distribution operation, ensuring our shops have everything needed to deliver excellent service to our customers.
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