About the employer:
As a leading Iveco Dealer and Fiat Professional Dealer, we are capable of reaching any point throughout the UK. You can rest assured of our commitment to offer the best service, outstanding quality, customer care and professionalism.

Brief overview of the role:
Remit are recruiting on behalf of Sherwood Truck & Van who have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to kick start their career and join their skilled team as a Heavy Vehicle Technician. If you are interested, apply now!

Working week:
40 hrs. Monday to Friday

Positions available:
1

Vacancy description:
As Sherwood Truck & Van's training provider, Remit are recruiting for an apprentice Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician for their Normanton depot.

Have you always had an interest in engineering? Do you love finding out how things work and how to repair them? This apprenticeship might be exactly what you’re looking for.
Whether it’s been a lifelong dream or a more recent ambition, why not apply?

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) license, and legal obligations and as a Technician apprentice, you will receive training to the manufacturer and DVSAs standard.

The Heavy Vehicle Technicians jobs fall into three main categories:
• Servicing – regular preventive checks in accordance with DVSA regulations
• Maintenance – replacing any parts showing signs of wear and tear, oil changes etc
• Repairs – repair or replacing anything damaged or faulty
With the increase in technology involved with vehicles today, you will also receive extensive training in how to use IVECO's diagnostic equipment to solve faults in the Engine Control Unit (ECU)

Your training won’t be restricted to just the mechanical side but will include the pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems and ‘all electric’ vehicles as well as hybrids.

The types of vehicles you’ll be working on will range from tractor units and rigid trucks to specialist vehicles and trailers.

Requirements and prospects

Qualifications Required:
Ideally, a minimum of GCSE Grade 3/4 or equivalent in English Language or Maths.

Desired skills:
Commitment and enthusiasm are a must and a passion for motor vehicles and physical work would be an advantage.

Personal Qualities:
• Willingness to learn new skills and knowledge
• Ability to work within a team
• A keen interest and passion for heavy vehicle technology

Training to be provided:
This is a Heavy Vehicle Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Standard, delivered by Remit Group.

Awarding Body: Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI)

Training is delivered in the workplace and on block release at Remit’s dedicated Heavy Vehicle Academy in Derby. There are a total of 15 blocks over the 36 month programme, which are split between 1 day of virtual classes and 4 days in Derby. The costs for accommodation, food and travel are met by the employer and there will be no cost to you.

You will also be assigned a dedicated Development Coach who will give you 1-2-1 support and guidance to help you achieve the following IMI qualifications: As a result, you will receive the following qualification:
• Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3
• Functional Skills in English & Maths Level 2 (if required)

Future Prospects:
TThe company would aim to offer full-time employment to the successful candidate on completion of the Apprenticeship Scheme.

Other Information:
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.

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.