Apprentice Vehicle Technician
| Posting date: | 18 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £7.55 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 August 2025 |
| Location: | Spalding, Lincolnshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | South Holland District Council |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
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Summary
Are you passionate about vehicle mechanics and ready to kick-start your career in the automotive industry? Whether you're just starting out or already have some training under your belt, we want to hear from you!
We are recruiting an Apprentice Vehicle Technician to join our Fleet team at South Holland District Council based at our West Marsh Road depot.
If you’ve already completed year one or you are a new starter to level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance Technician course and are looking for placement, this is the perfect step. If you're just starting out but have the passion and drive to learn, we’ll provide all the training you need!
The Council own fleet vehicles which supports our waste collection services, street cleansing and grounds maintenance operations. This role will assist the Technicians in maintaining and repairing vehicles, plant and machinery. Our Technicians handle all vehicle systems, performing tasks from simple part replacements to diagnosing complex faults using advanced diagnostic methods.
You’ll be joining a friendly and highly skilled team of experienced vehicle technicians who are passionate about what they do. With hands-on knowledge and a commitment to mentoring, they’ll help you build confidence, develop your skills, and grow into a successful technician.
What you’ll be doing:
Assisting the workshop team with scheduled and ad hoc vehicle maintenance and repairs
Carry out services and diagnostics of fleet vehicles- All diagnostic equipment are either PC or tablet based
Supporting the upkeep of accurate and up-to-date maintenance records and systems
Working in all weather conditions for which PPE will be supplied
What we need from you
A keen interest in vehicle mechanics
GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths or level 2 functional skills
A valid UK Driving Licence
What course would I be studying
Level 3 Vehicle Service and maintenance Technician. Depending on experience this will be two - four years attending Peterborough College or an associated site. There will also be in house training opportunities.
Opportunity for a permanent position as a Vehicle Maintenance Technician upon completion of your apprenticeship
BENEFITS: We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:
Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution
Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
Cycle to work scheme*
Flu Jabs
Free Eye Test voucher
Flexible Working Policy
Agile Working Policy*
Car mileage reimbursement*
Excellent career progression and training opportunities
Long Service Recognition*
*Certain restrictions may apply
ABOUT US: Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.
Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.
We encourage all applications including those on the Future Leaders Programme. If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Jason Dobbs, Fleet Manager on jason.dobbs@sholland.gov.uk
The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website
The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.
We are recruiting an Apprentice Vehicle Technician to join our Fleet team at South Holland District Council based at our West Marsh Road depot.
If you’ve already completed year one or you are a new starter to level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance Technician course and are looking for placement, this is the perfect step. If you're just starting out but have the passion and drive to learn, we’ll provide all the training you need!
The Council own fleet vehicles which supports our waste collection services, street cleansing and grounds maintenance operations. This role will assist the Technicians in maintaining and repairing vehicles, plant and machinery. Our Technicians handle all vehicle systems, performing tasks from simple part replacements to diagnosing complex faults using advanced diagnostic methods.
You’ll be joining a friendly and highly skilled team of experienced vehicle technicians who are passionate about what they do. With hands-on knowledge and a commitment to mentoring, they’ll help you build confidence, develop your skills, and grow into a successful technician.
What you’ll be doing:
Assisting the workshop team with scheduled and ad hoc vehicle maintenance and repairs
Carry out services and diagnostics of fleet vehicles- All diagnostic equipment are either PC or tablet based
Supporting the upkeep of accurate and up-to-date maintenance records and systems
Working in all weather conditions for which PPE will be supplied
What we need from you
A keen interest in vehicle mechanics
GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths or level 2 functional skills
A valid UK Driving Licence
What course would I be studying
Level 3 Vehicle Service and maintenance Technician. Depending on experience this will be two - four years attending Peterborough College or an associated site. There will also be in house training opportunities.
Opportunity for a permanent position as a Vehicle Maintenance Technician upon completion of your apprenticeship
BENEFITS: We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:
Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution
Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
Cycle to work scheme*
Flu Jabs
Free Eye Test voucher
Flexible Working Policy
Agile Working Policy*
Car mileage reimbursement*
Excellent career progression and training opportunities
Long Service Recognition*
*Certain restrictions may apply
ABOUT US: Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.
Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.
We encourage all applications including those on the Future Leaders Programme. If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Jason Dobbs, Fleet Manager on jason.dobbs@sholland.gov.uk
The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website
The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.
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