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Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship
Gain hands-on experience with an established and highly experienced team of HGV technicians. The in-house workshop is responsible for carrying out inspections, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair procedures on tankers/trailers operated by Abbey Logistics Group.
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Course Contents
- Carry out the basic tasks with tools and equipment common to all procedures involving basic mechanical and electrical procedures related to HV
- The ability to keep updated with emerging new technologies within the HV industry.
- Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop and adhere to the company and legislative processes.
- Access specific and related HV technical information appropriately.
- The ability to service, inspect, and maintain HVs and trailers to meet company, Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), and manufacturers’ standards.
- Use a range of diagnostic and electrical measuring equipment to identify faults and underlying causes on HVs.
- Successfully inspect and prepare vehicles and trailers to meet DVSA standards prescribed in the tester’s manual.
- Carry out final quality checks before handover to the customer without supervision.
- Apply advanced diagnostic principles and logical/problem-solving techniques and regimes.
- Maintain records to company and operators’ licence obligations and regulation.
- To be able to communicate effectively in both oral and written mediums both internally and with customers on a range of topics that will support HV inspection and diagnosing techniques.
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Essential Qualifications
- GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C)
- Maths (grade 4/C)
- Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
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Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills
- Team working
- Time management
Other Requirements
- Working in an environment where following process and H&S is a priority.
About Abbey Logistics Group
Abbey Logistics Group is a leading logistics service provider and one of the UK’s most recognised and respected road tanker transport brands. Operating throughout the UK and Europe, we provide road tanker transport haulage and logistics services to bulk liquid and powder customers across a wide variety of sectors.
Your Earnings
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay.
Career Progression
To become a fully qualified technician and move on to other skills within the workshop environment. Mentor and train other technicians.
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