Purfleet Commercials are MAN Truck & Bus leading approved dealer and as their training provider, Remit are recruiting for an apprentice Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician for their Waltham Cross depot.
There is a lot involved in keeping HGVs on the road, so you will gain 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.
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
• Diagnostics – using the latest diagnostic equipment
As an apprentice, you will observe, learn and gain an understanding of a wide range of engineering skills and processes while under the instruction of skilled technical staff.
Wages for 16-17 is £7 per hour and a 40 hour week.
For 18+ it would be a 45 hour week rotating early / late shift on a weekly basis and every other Saturday. Minimum rate for an 18-year-old would be £7.00 per hour, after a successful three month probation period, which can increase to £7.50 per hour.
Training to be ProvidedTraining is delivered in the workplace and on block release to Remit’s Automotive Academy in Derby. There are a total of 15 x 1 week blocks over the 3 year programme. The costs of hotel accommodation, food and travel are met by the employer and there will be no cost to you.
You will also receive 1-2-1 support from your Development Coach to help you achieve:
• IMI Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3
• Functional Skills Level 2 in English & Maths (if required)