Volvo Trucks Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship

Thomas Hardie Commercials Ltd is the main distributor for Volvo Trucks and Volvo Bus & Coach across the North West of England, North Wales and Lancashire. They are now recruiting HGV Technician Apprentices to join their expert teams with an August start.

This is a fantastic opportunity to begin a long-term career in the commercial vehicle industry with a globally respected company. Don’t delay. Apply today.

What is an HGV Technician?
HGV Technicians keep trucks and buses safe, legal and on the road. As an apprentice, you’ll learn everything step by step, with support from experienced technicians and specialist trainers.
You’ll be trained to Volvo manufacturer and DVSA standards, gaining valuable skills that are in high demand across the motor industry.

What you’ll learn on the apprenticeship
• Carry out vehicle servicing and safety inspections
• Perform general and preventative maintenance
• Repair and replace parts on trucks and buses
• Use modern equipment to diagnose faults
• Understand important rules around vehicle safety, legal checks and Operator (O) licences

Why choose an apprenticeship with Thomas Hardie?
• Earn while you learn, no student debt
• Gain a recognised qualification.
• Learn from experienced Volvo-trained technicians.
• Work with modern vehicles and the latest technology.
• Excellent career prospects once qualified.
• No previous experience is needed, just a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and an interest in vehicles.

Your Training
• You’ll learn through a mix of hands-on work and study, with full support throughout your apprenticeship
• Workplace training – learn on the job in the workshop, working alongside experienced technicians and your mentor
• Online learning during work hours – complete online lessons and attend virtual sessions with your Development Coach
• Volvo Academy training – attend block release at the Volvo Training Academy in Derby every two months
• All travel, food and accommodation costs for block release training are fully paid by Thomas Hardie Commercials

What are the benefits?
• Full-time employment from day one
• Competitive salary as you progress
• Death in service benefit (for pension members)
• Digital tacho card contribution
• HGV medical cost contribution
• Long service award payment
• Loyalty holiday entitlement
• Medicash
• Bike2Work scheme
• Night worker health assessment
• PPE including work boots/overalls
And more

What you’ll achieve.
On successfully completing the Volvo Apprentice Programme, you will gain national qualifications recognised throughout the automotive industry:
• Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3

Training is delivered in the workplace and on block release to Remit’s Automotive Academy in Derby. There are a total of 18 x 1 week blocks over the 32 month programme. The costs of hotel accommodation, food and travel are met by the employer and there will be no cost to you.

You will also receive 1-2-1 support from your Development Coach to help you achieve:
• IMI Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3
• Functional Skills Level 2 in English & maths (if required)

Thomas Hardie Commercials is committed to giving every apprentice the skills, support and experience needed to become a fully qualified, confident technician with a secure long-term career.

As a Volvo-trained apprentice, you’ll gain industry-leading skills that make you a valuable member of the team, not just now, but for years to come. Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll be supported by both Thomas Hardie and Volvo, who will do everything they can to help you succeed and achieve your career goals.