Job Description
Our Hub Workshop Manager is looking to recruit a number of ambitious and dedicated Apprentice's who are keen to undertake a Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship by joining the nation's favourite parcel delivery company.
1. Location: Oldbury, Broadwell Works, Oldbury B69 4DA
2. Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off
3. Working Patterns: Days
Purpose of Position
4. To develop skills and knowledge in all aspects of commercial vehicle repairs and maintenance
5. To attain qualifications in automotive engineering through a modern apprenticeship
6. To be capable of continuing employment with DPD at the close of the apprenticeship program as a fully qualified and skilled HGV Mechanical Engineer.
Key Tasks/Areas of responsibility
7. Housekeeping and preparation of workshop at start of shift
8. Assisting trained employees in vehicle repairs and maintenance as appropriate
9. Maintaining workshop quality standards in health and safety and procedures
10. Covering the role of steam cleaner/valeter/store person for absence/holidays
11. To undergo any other tasks as requested by the assigned Mechanical Engineer
12. Adherence to the Health and Safety policy
13. To participate in an Apprenticeship Scheme, attending on an appropriate college course relevant to the trade, as required and receiving ‘on the job’ training
14. To ensure all college records, logbooks etc are kept up to date, in accordance with the apprenticeship requirements
15. Work with increasing independence as the apprenticeship progresses
16. Participate in all training initiatives specific to the duties required
17. Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably requested by line management
Qualifications
What we’re looking for;
18. Familiar with Google Workspace (GMail/GSheet)
19. Independently motivated, with the ability to take on tasks and duties without immediate direction
20. Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
21. High attention to detail to produce accurate and quality work
22. Demonstrate the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Candidates must have achieved GCSE/Level 2 in Maths and English.
Desirable:
23. GCSE/Level 2 in Maths and English orbe willing to complete this during the apprenticeship.
Special Conditions
24. Study leave
25. Opportunity to work in a clean, health and safety conscious environment
26. Funded Training to develop your skills
27. The opportunity to progress your career within the business as follows:Years 1-3: VMU Apprentice Years 4-5: Junior LGV Mechanical EngineerYear 6: LGV Mechanical Engineer
Additional Information
About our benefits:
We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few…
28. Holiday trading
29. Enhanced maternity and paternity package
30. Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
31. Free onsite car parking for all employees
32. Health Kiosks visiting every location
33. Discounted shopping from ’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
34. Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
35. Free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses