Annual wage £13,312.00 Working week Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm Total hours per week: 40.0 Expected duration 32 Months Possible start date 02 Sep 2024 Date posted 16 Apr 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000244844 Positions 2 available What you will do in your working day Do you want a job with prospects, training, opportunity, and competitive pay that reflect the effort that you put in? Then there is only one choice - Crossroads Truck & Bus. We are looking for enthusiastic, driven, motivated individuals with a “can do” attitude and a strong desire to succeed. Your commitment is essential as this is not a short-term Programme, it is a long-term career, and therefore you must have an interest in the automotive industry. Crossroads are recruiting now for a September start. Don't delay, apply today There is a lot involved in keeping HGVs on the road, so you will gain a full understanding of the importance of 6-week checks, Operators (O) licence’s and legal obligations and as a Technician apprentice, you will receive training to the manufacturer and DVSAs standard What you’ll be learning. A Heavy Vehicle Service Technician will inspect, maintain, and repair large vehicles weighing 3.5 tonnes and over such as HGV's and buses. Servicing - carrying out inspections Maintenance - general and preventative maintenance Repairing - repairing/replacing parts Diagnostics - diagnosing faults in the onboard systems Training delivery: In this programme, all aspects of heavy vehicle technology are embedded in this dedicated programme and involves a mix of academic learning and on-the-job training. What are the benefits? Full-time employment from day one Competitive salary as you progress Holiday pay Residential training with expert support and guidance Internationally recognised accreditation Fully paid for training course, including all qualification fees and accommodation The training you will be getting In this programme, all aspects of heavy vehicle technology are embedded in this dedicated programme and involves a mix of academic learning and on-the-job training Practical learning in the workplace, shadowing your mentor and carrying out the work while being supervised Online studies, completing workbooks and job cards, attending online sessions and virtual classes with your Development Coach, all done during your working day Attending block release to the Volvo Training Academy in Derby, DE21 7BH every 2 months All costs of your hotel food and accommodation plus all travel arrangements are covered by Crossroads Truck & Bus What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship Crossroads provide all their apprentices with the skills needed to become fully qualified and competent individuals with a secure vocation A Volvo trained apprentice will become a top class asset to their business for years to come. Volvo will do everything they can to help you achieve your goals Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Physical fitness, Mechanically minded Qualifications GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Essential GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential Things to consider Closing Dates: Please submit your application along with your CV as soon as possible to avoid disappointment; we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of applications