Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Apprentice

About the role

This apprenticeship offers hands‑on experience as a Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician. You will work alongside qualified mechanics to maintain a diverse fleet of council and partner vehicles, ensuring safety and reliability.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with mechanical and electrical inspections, servicing and repairs on a range of vehicles including gritters, tankers, buses, vans and plant machinery.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT testing, identify defects and carry out necessary repairs.
• Use compressed‑air power tools, work in confined spaces such as inspection pits, and operate ladders and gantries.
• Support the workshop team in both indoor and outdoor environments, often under physically demanding conditions.

Required profile

• Minimum GCSE A*-C/4-9 (or equivalent) in English and maths, or willingness to achieve Functional Skills Level 2.
• Strong interest in vehicles and a desire to build a career in automotive maintenance.
• Eligibility to work in the UK, aged 16 or over, and not currently enrolled in another full‑time education programme.

Required skills

• Mechanical inspections
• Electrical inspections
• Use of compressed‑air power tools
• MOT testing preparation
• Vehicle servicing and routine maintenance

What we offer

• A three‑year Level 3 apprenticeship leading to a recognized qualification.
• Mentorship from experienced mechanics and a dedicated workplace mentor.
• Block‑release learning at City of Bristol College, Parkway Campus.
• Practical experience on a wide variety of heavy‑vehicle types.