Summary
The opportunity to work for a leading logistics company as an apprentice mechanic/welder. You will learn both on the job and also on day release.You will learn both practical and knowledge elements of the role as you progress through the apprenticeship, with potential career opportunities following completion of the apprenticeship.
Wage
£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
If you work overtime, we will pay you based on the following rates: Monday – Saturday – Overtime Rate:£11.33/hr
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Hours of work: (Subject to change) 09.00– 17.00hrs Days to be confirmed
40 hours a week
Start date
Monday 8 September 2025
Duration
3 years
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Main responsibilities once deemed competent through training will be:
* To undertake general maintenance to trailers
* To ensure the safe use of company-issued equipment for the task at hand
* To fabricate trailer modifications and other equipment for the business
* To provide assistance and support to other departments once the training was completed and as business needs dictate
* To be proactive in health and safety hazard reporting to the business for required action to be taken
* To undertake forklift and scissor lift duties once suitable and sufficient training has been undertaken
* Driving company vehicles– for appropriate licenses held, when required
Where you'll work
Stiller Warehousing Ridgeway
Aycliffe Business Park
Newton Aycliffe
County Durham
DL5 6SP
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
NC GROUP LTD
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Training schedule
Training will take place on a day release basis (day to be confirmed) the apprentice will attended NC Group's academy on Aycliffe Business Park
More training information
* NC Group Ltd. is rated Outstanding by Ofsted for its apprenticeship provision, and each program is carefully constructed to aid both the employer and the apprentice to achieve the best possible outcome
* The training will be structured over a 36-month period with dedicated tutors with an array of sector specific knowledge and skills
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Maths (grade 4-9 or equivalent)
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
English (grade 4-9 or equivalent)
BTEC in:
Engineering (grade pass or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Number skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Initiative
* Positive can do atitude
* Able to multitask & Prioritise
Other requirements
•A willingness to undertake a wide variety of tasks to include HGV Trailer Repairs, welding, fabrication of modifications, and washing of vehicles for inspection •Previous knowledge or aptitude for general maintenance repairs to site and fleet •Able to multitask, have ability to prioritise and be effective at problem solving •Have a positive, can-do attitude. •Be organized, a good team player, and, where required, following training, able to work on your own initiative. Be comfortable learning to drive on-site vehicles