Daimler Trucks Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship

  • Company Name: Marshall Truck & Van (Southampton)
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Sector: Automotive
  • Application Deadline Date: 22/07/2024
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Location: Southampton, SO16 0YZ
  • Salary: £280.00 per week
  • Ref: VAC-15447
  • Start Date: 05/08/2024
  • Working Week: 40 hours, 8am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday. Shifts available for 18+

Brief Description

This apprenticeship is the level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician standard programme with Marshall Truck & Van in Southampton, SO16 0YZ. As an HGV technician apprentice, you will learn how to maintain and repair Mercedes-Benz trucks to the manufacturers and DSVA standard.

Vacancy Detail

Marshall Mercedes-Benz Truck & Van understand the complexities of running a modern-day business, looking after customers is the Marshall mantra and they like to treat customers like one of the family and have done for over 110 years. Their family values are one of the reasons why customers chose Marshall Mercedes-Benz Truck & Van to meet their needs.

Marshall’s are as passionate about their people as they are about their vehicles, so if you have an interest in the motor industry and want to work with some of the finest Mercedes-Benz vehicles and parts, Marshall Truck & Van would like to hear from you.

What’s in it for you:
• Learn and become experienced in the fundamentals of a vehicle Technician role, including servicing, inspections, maintenance, repair and diagnostics.
• The chance to be mentored by a highly experienced Marshall HGV Technician, who will be your support throughout the course of the apprenticeship.
• First-hand experience of the latest Mercedes-Benz innovation and technology.
• Tutor and peer support through Remit with block release classroom and theory sessions to further enhance your understanding of the subject.
• Complete the apprenticeship and finish with an industry-recognised qualification.

Package Details:
• £7 per hour in your first year, after which rate is in line with National Minimum/Living Wage.
• Based onsite in Andover.
• 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8am – 4:30pm.
• 18+: Shifts and over time available.
• 22 days’ holiday each year plus bank holidays.

Benefits:
• Pension Scheme.
• Reward Discount Shopping.
• Further Training & Development.
• EV Training.
• Cycle to Work.
• Free Eye Care Vouchers.
• Health & Wellbeing.
• Invites to Company Events and Christmas parties.
• PPE Footwear Allowance.
• Tool Insurance.
• Fully paid for training course, including all qualification fees and accommodation.

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.
• 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 Daimler/Remit Training Academy in Coventry, CV2 2TA every 2 months. All costs of your hotel food and accommodation plus all travel arrangements are covered by the Marshall Truck & Van.

Qualifications Required

• No previous automotive qualifications are required.
• GCSE 9 - 4 (A* - C) or Function Skills Level 2 in Maths and English.
• Predicted GCSE grades are acceptable - please note the apprenticeship offer is subject to final GCSE results.

Personal Qualities

• An interest in the motor industry and HGV mechanics.
• Interested in a hands-on role
• Proactive attitude and enthusiasm for learning new skills.
• Punctual with good timekeeping.
• Motivation to succeed and work to a high standard.

Skills Required

• A logical approach to problem solving.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and follow instructions.
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team.

Future Prospects

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will achieve an automotive industry recognised qualification. After this Marshall will continue to invest in your future, by providing training and development opportunities so you can excel in your role and further your skills and experience as a fully qualified Technician.

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