Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship

Company Name: SLM Rescue Services Ltd
Type: Apprenticeship
Sector: Automotive
Application Deadline Date: 27/10/2025
Positions Available: 1

Location: Soulbury, LU7 0DF
Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
Ref: VAC-17115
Start Date: 03/11/2025
Working Week: Mon - Fri 7am-5pm

Brief Description

This apprenticeship is the Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician standard programme with SLM Rescue Services Ltd in Soulbury LU7 0DF. The right candidate will work alongside qualified Technicians to receive extensive training in maintaining HGVs.

Vacancy Detail

We are offering an exciting career development opportunity for a Trainee HGV Maintenance Technician to join our team.
Your Roles and Responsibilities:
• Work alongside a qualified Technician to learn how to carry out repairs in a safe and responsible manner
• Be trained on how to service, maintain and repair vehicles which have the latest technology
• Learn the fundamentals of heavy vehicle technologies – heavy vehicle chassis, engine, fuels, transmissions, hydraulic and air braking, electrical systems, and testing
• Be taught how to setup accessories and specific equipment on the vehicles
• Ensure appropriate work logs are kept for all vehicles, and all job cards and service sheets are completed in a timely manner
• Keep high levels of morale and focus to ensure the highest possible levels of productive efficiency, quality of workmanship, and production finish in order to sustain growth in customer confidence in the service provided

Qualifications Required

• No previous automotive qualifications are required
• GCSE 9 - 4 (A* - C) or Function Skills Level 2 in Maths and Enlglish
• 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 motor 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 we 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.