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Heavy Vehicle Apprenticeship - Ford & Slater Birtley

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An exciting opportunity to work for DAF as part of a highly skilled work force that is committed to quality. Working alongside qualified technicians who will be dealing with all aspects of the maintenance and repair of heavy vehicles. The role includes following health and safety procedures, servicing and MOTs.

Role

An exciting opportunity to work for DAF as part of a highly skilled work force that is committed to quality.

The course is fully supported with all of the training you require to become fully qualified. With the rapid increase in the complexity of today’s trucks and the technology needed to keep them up and running, first class training for those involved in the vital servicing and maintenance of these vehicles has become more important than ever.

The DAF Apprentice Programme gives you the chance to join the select group of specialist technicians working on some of the most modern, sophisticated trucks on the road.

The day to day tasks include:

  • Observing and assisting technicians
  • Following health and safety procedures
  • Servicing
  • MOTs
  • All aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair

Training

  • Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Standard
  •  Apprentices without Functional Skills Level 2 (GCSE grade 4/C) English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to completion of their apprenticeship
  • When on a DAF apprenticeship you will be required to attend the City of Bristol College 4 times a year, for two weeks at a time. All accommodation and travel costs are paid for

DAF believes in providing an extensive, high quality apprenticeship which gives their apprentices the opportunity to advance, succeed and fulfil all ambitions for a career in the motor industry and with such a wide range of skills instilled, an apprentice can move into any other area of the motor industry.

Apprenticeship Standard
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Training Provider
SKILLNET LIMITED
Working Week
To be confirmed. Shift work, weekends may be required.
Expected Duration
33 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Sunday, 30th June 2024
Start Date
Monday, 1st July 2024

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills

Qualifications

  • Maths & English GCSE or equivalent, grade 4 (Desired)

About the Employer

FORD & SLATER LIMITED
The company was founded in 1928 and has a distinguished history as a franchised commercial vehicle dealer. Ford & Slater was acquired by Peter Strevens in 1991 and the Directors of Ford & Slater comprise Strevens family members and other senior managers. Certain key milestones in recent years include the following: Ford & Slater Norwich relocated to a new £2 million dealership in 2004. Ford & Slater Corby was opened in 2006. Ford & Slater Donnington relocated to its new Spalding dealership in 2007. Ford & Slater opened its new Coventry dealership in 2011. We relocated our Newark dealership to the Curry’s Newark Vehicle Maintenance Unit in November 2011. Six ATFs across the group as at Oct 2012. Winner of the Motor Transport Apprenticeship of the Year Award in 2018. Winner of the PACCAR Financial International Dealer of the Year in 2018. Winner of Retail Sales of the Year in 2018. As a privately-owned company we take a long-term view. The Company owns the majority of its dealerships, profits have been re-invested since 1991 and security of employment is very important. Our Mission Statement is to exceed our customer’s expectations by offering high quality transport services in an ethical manner at competitive prices. We will achieve this by utilising the synergies within our dealership group, offering innovative solutions and a “one-stop shop” provided by highly motivated and skilled long-term employees, reinvesting profits to provide modern, safe premises. DAF Trucks is our only truck manufacturer relationship, consequently our interests are wholly aligned with DAF Trucks unlike other dealers with competing manufacturer relationships. DAF Trucks is a subsidiary of PACCAR Inc, the worldwide quality leader in the design and manufacture of premium light, medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles.
Company
FORD & SLATER LIMITED
Location
1 Drum Lane, Drum Road, Chester Le Street, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£12,480.00
Posted
Apply Now
Apply Now
Company
FORD & SLATER LIMITED
Location
1 Drum Lane, Drum Road, Chester Le Street, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£12,480.00
Posted