Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprentice
Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprentice
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Job Description
Our Hub Workshop Manager is looking to recruit a number of ambitious and dedicated Apprentices who are keen to undertake a Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship by joining the nations favourite parcel delivery company.
- Location: Oldbury Broadwell Works Oldbury B69 4DA
- Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off
- Working Patterns: Days
Purpose of Position
- 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.
Key Tasks/Areas of responsibility
- 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
Qualifications :
What were looking for;
- 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 Qualifications and Experience
Candidates must have achieved GCSE/Level 2 in Maths and English.
Desirable:
- GCSE/Level 2 in Maths and English or be willing to complete this during the apprenticeship.
Special Conditions
- 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
Additional Information :
About our benefits:
We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business without them we wouldnt be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. Its 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 100s 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 recognising 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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
