Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprentice -DPD

Company Name: DPD Group (Burbage)
Type: Apprenticeship
Sector: Automotive
Application Deadline Date: 21/09/2023
Positions Available: 1

Location: Burbage, LE10 3JA
Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
Ref: VAC-14020
Start Date: 25/09/2023
Working Week: Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off /Working Patterns: Days and Nights

Brief Description

DPD Group wants to identify individuals that are ambitious, demonstrate a willingness to learn, who are excited by the prospect of working in the automotive/engineering interest -no matter what stage you are at in your career for their Burbage Depot in Leicester.

Vacancy Detail

Our Hub Workshop Manager is looking to recruit a number of ambitious and dedicated Apprentice's who are keen to undertake a Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship by joining the nation's favourite parcel delivery company.

To develop skills and knowledge in all aspects of commercial vehicle repairs and maintenance
To attain qualifications in automotive engineering through a modern apprenticeship
To be capable of continuing employment with DPD at the close of the apprenticeship program as a fully qualified and skilled HGV Mechanical Engineer.

Qualifications Required

Candidates must have achieved GCSE/Level 2 in Maths and English or be willing to complete this during the apprenticeship.

Apprentices must have achieved a pass at GCSE/Level 2 in Maths and English before they can complete their final exams.

Personal Qualities

Familiar with Google Workspace (GMail/GSheet)
Independently motivated, with the ability to take on tasks and duties without immediate direction
Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
High attention to detail to produce accurate and quality work
Demonstrate the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability
Minimum Qualific

Skills Required

Housekeeping and preparation of workshop at start of shift
Assisting trained employees in vehicle repairs and maintenance as appropriate
Maintaining workshop quality standards in health and safety and procedures
Covering the role of steam cleaner/valeter/store person for absence/holidays
To undergo any other tasks as requested by the assigned Mechanical Engineer
Adherence to the Health and Safety policy
To participate in an Apprenticeship Scheme, attending on an appropriate college course relevant to the trade, as required and receiving ‘on the job’ training
To ensure all college records, logbooks etc are kept up to date, in accordance with the apprenticeship requirements
Work with increasing independence as the apprenticeship progresses
Participate in all training initiatives specific to the duties required
Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably requested by line management

Future Prospects

Study leave
Opportunity to work in a clean, health and safety conscious environment
Funded Training to develop your skills
The opportunity to progress your career within the business as follows:
Years 1-3: VMU Apprentice
Years 4-5: Junior LGV Mechanical Engineer
Year 6: LGV Mechanical Engineer

Other Information

We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few…

Holiday trading
Enhanced maternity and paternity package
Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
Free onsite car parking for all employees
Health Kiosks visiting every location
Discounted shopping from 100’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
Free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses
Joining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognizing and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation, we are proud to offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities.

If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers' promises, then this is the job for you! Apply today.