Job Description: Apprentice Engineer

 

  Principal duties:

 

• Train in all aspects of heavy vehicle engineering.

• Assist a qualified technician with PSV & HGV servicing, repair and testing.

• Vehicle cleaning including steam pressure cleaning.

• Produce accurate paperwork records.

• Keep the yard and workshops clean which includes sweeping and emptying bins.

• Help maintain the workshop premises and the equipment.

• Assist with large vehicle movements and parking, this includes shunting vehicle within the yard once you are confident operating them.

• Report any vehicle damage or defects that you notice to your Line Manager.

• You may be required to work at Kingsbridge or Lee Mill depot’s.

 

Skills and requirements:

 

• You should have a strong interest in vehicles and mechanics.

• You need to be fit and strong; there is some heavy physical work involved.

• You should not mind working in a dirty environment.

• It is important that you can work quickly and make decisions in a balanced manner

 

Training & Qualifications:

 

• It is vital that the applicant has s good standard of English & Mathematics.

• You must be prepared to undertake NVQ Level 2 training in HGGV / PSV engineering or coach building with a view to moving to level 3, the level required to complete your training.

• Undertake a PSV driving test at a time agreed with the company.

 

Health & Safety:

 

• Employ good risk management techniques when working on and with vehicles. The garage is a high risk area that demands great care at all times.

• Wear appropriate clothing and safety equipment at all times.

• Adhere to the COSH requirements when handling cleaning materials and chemicals.