Daimler Trucks Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Apprenticeship

Company Name: Sapphire Vehicle Services (Basingstoke)
Type: Apprenticeship
Sector: Automotive
Application Deadline Date: 01/08/2025
Positions Available: 1

Location: Basingstoke, RG21 6XE
Salary: £15,704.00 per year
Ref: VAC-16541
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Working Week: Mon-Fri 08:30am-16:30pm

Brief Description

This apprenticeship is the level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician standard programme with Sapphire Vehicle Services in Basingstoke, RG21 6XE. As an apprentice, you will learn how to maintain and repair large commercial vehicles to the manufacturers and DSVA standard.

Vacancy Detail

Remit are proud to be partnered with Sapphire Vehicle Services to deliver their Daimler HGV Technician apprenticeships.

Start your HGV Technician career with Sapphire Vehicle Services and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of transport!

Join our apprenticeship programme delivered in partnership with Remit Training, and work in one of our IRTE-accredited Daimler Trucks workshops. Gain hands-on experience with advanced vehicles, including electric and hydrogen models, while earning your Level 3 qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Service, maintain, and repair HGVs to industry standards
• Diagnose and fix faults in Telematics, Comfort, Driveline, and Chassis systems
• Use specialist tools and equipment
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and ensure safety standards
• Work in a busy workshop environment and meet customer expectations

What You’ll Gain:

• 3-year programme with expert training at Remit’s academy
• Level 3 qualification on completion
• No prior experience needed - just passion for vehicles and a desire to learn
• Personal development plan to continue growing as a qualified Technician

Become part of the Daimler family and start your journey towards a rewarding career in the commercial vehicle industry!

Qualifications Required

• No previous automotive qualifications are needed.
• You must have GCSE 9-4 (A* - C) or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths

Personal Qualities

• Punctuality and good timekeeping.
• Workplace maturity and professionalism.
• Proactive attitude.
• Attention to detail and high standards of work.

Skills Required

You will need to be comfortable with a wide range of vehicles such as HGVs, trucks and buses. Being a Heavy Vehicle technician requires a reasonable level of physical strength and stamina.
• A logical approach to problem-solving.
• An enthusiasm to learn new practical and theoretical skills.

Future Prospects

Sapphire Vehicle Services provide all their apprentices with the skills needed to become fully qualified and competent individuals with a secure vocation. A Daimler trained apprentice will become a top class asset to their business for years to come. Sapphire will do everything they can to help you achieve your goals.