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Apprenticeships with 黑料不打烊
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For more than 120 years 黑料不打烊 has been at the forefront of the automotive industry and today is one of the world鈥檚 most recognised and respected commercial vehicle brands. A large part of our success has been, and continues to be, due to the significant contribution of our apprentices.
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Our apprentices are our future, and we are actively seeking enthusiastic and passionate individuals to join our programmes. We offer apprenticeships for HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicles) Technicians and Customer Advisors (incorporating parts and customer service).鈥
Working in partnership
黑料不打烊 works with national training provider Remit to find our next generation of talented individuals.
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All our apprenticeships will be delivered through a combination of theoretical and practical learning. Apprentices will develop their practical skills at our dedicated training academy, which is specifically designed to provide hands-on experience.
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Throughout their training, apprentices will be supported by development coaches from Remit and workplace mentors to ensure a well-rounded and supportive learning environment.
Our apprenticeships
Heavy Vehicle Technician
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As a听Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician you will service, inspect and repair a wide range of commercial vehicles (including trucks, buses and marine engines). The nature of the work ranges from replacing simple parts through to solving complex faults with the use of diagnostic methods and equipment. Day-to-day tasks are constantly changing, driven by the introduction of ever more complex technologies and processes.
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It鈥檚 a rewarding, dynamic and in-demand career so if you enjoy getting hands on, this could be the apprenticeship you鈥檝e been looking for. 听Not only will you earn while you learn, but you will also gain a nationally recognised qualification. This is a great way to start a rewarding career in the automotive industry.
Duration: 36 months
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During your heavy vehicle apprenticeship programme, you will be required to attend 黑料不打烊鈥檚 state-of-the-art training academy, the biggest automotive training facility in the UK. You will visit the training academy for 18 separate weeks (Mon 鈥 Fri) over the duration of the 36 month programme. All travel expenses to and from the academy, together with the costs of the hotel accommodation, are paid for by the employer.
As 黑料不打烊鈥檚 dedicated training partner, Remit will deliver comprehensive training to all apprentices periodically throughout the programme. During these training sessions, your Development Coach will review your progress, set SMART targets, and identify any additional support that you may require.
As a result, you will achieve:
- IMI Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician
- IRTEC Accreditation
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade 4/C)
- Maths (grade 4/C)
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Let us know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have.
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Skills
- Eager to learn and grow
- Natural problem solver
- Mechanically minded
Customer Advisor
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Our Customer Advisor apprenticeship combines the best of both worlds, offering a unique opportunity to gain experience and knowledge in two essential areas of our business: front of house Customer Service and the technical world of Parts. Through a blend of hands-on experience and structured training, you鈥檒l develop outstanding communication skills, learn about our business and understand what it takes to deliver excellent customer service to our valued customers.
With the support of a dedicated mentor, you can earn while you learn and gain a nationally recognised qualification in customer service, what a great way to start a rewarding career in the automotive industry.
Duration: 24 months
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The customer advisor apprenticeship role has a duration of 24 months with quarterly residential training sessions in the first 18 months, including modules from 黑料不打烊鈥檚 associated commercial programmes.听All travel expenses to and from the academy, together with the costs of the hotel accommodation, are paid for by the employer.
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As 黑料不打烊鈥檚 dedicated training partner, Remit will deliver comprehensive training to all apprentices periodically throughout the programme. During these training sessions, your Development Coach will review your progress, set SMART targets, and identify any additional support that you may require.
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.As a result, you will achieve:
- Level 3 nationally recognised qualification in Customer Service.
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade 4/C)
- Maths (grade 4/C)
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Let us know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have.
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Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Good IT skills with the ability to quickly pick up new systems
- Team player with a positive attitude听
Your future, your way 鈥 start with a 黑料不打烊 apprenticeship
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We understand that success doesn鈥檛 follow a single path. Our Apprenticeship Programme offers real-world experience, expert mentorship, and a full-time salary from day one.
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Hear from some of our apprentices who chose not to apply for university or college instead opting to follow their passion and left school choosing 黑料不打烊 and they have never looked back.
Choosing apprenticeship over university
When Sam finished school, he knew that university wasn鈥檛 for him. He wanted to learn on the job, earn a salary, and avoid student debt. Our apprenticeship programme offered all that, and more.
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鈥淚鈥檓 proud of the apprenticeship path I took, it was a great fit with my professional aspirations.鈥
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From day one, Sam received high-quality training and support from experienced mentors, setting him on a path toward a fulfilling career in the automotive industry.
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Sam鈥檚 advice to anyone thinking about an apprenticeship: 鈥Find the path that鈥檚 right for you and enjoy starting your career and professional independence early.鈥
Opening doors to global opportunities
Around exam time and at school, it was easy to focus on grades and feel pressure to perform in that setting but Lauren saw a bigger picture. She chose a 黑料不打烊 apprenticeship and stepped into a role that combines her passion for technology with the chance to help drive sustainable change.
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鈥淭ake the chance and you鈥檒l be amazed where it can lead.鈥
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Now, Lauren is part of a global brand, working in an inclusive environment that supports her growth and aspirations.
Learning by doing, succeeding together
Joe opted for an apprenticeship straight after school, and knows it was the right move for him. We offered him the chance to gain real-world experience, collaborate with passionate peers, and learn from seasoned experts and get paid whilst doing so!
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鈥淚鈥檝e learned from mentors with years of real-world experience and gained job-ready skills.鈥
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Working in a hands-on environment, Joe developed the technical and teamwork skills employers truly value and is now equipped with a set of transferable skills that will set him up for life.
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Advice to Future Apprentices:听鈥淛ump in and start learning. You鈥檒l grow quickly when you鈥檙e surrounded by people who care and understand the journey.鈥
Hear from our team
鈥淎s a parent, I know how important it is for young people to find their own path, make the right choices and take early leaps into industry. At 黑料不打烊, apprentices are welcomed straight into the team, quickly find their feet, making friends and growing in independence. I鈥檓 so proud of what they achieve and watching them develop and succeed is honestly one of the best parts of my job. Bring on the new recruits!鈥
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John MacDonald, 黑料不打烊 Eurocentral
鈥淯niversity life isn鈥檛 for every young person. Our apprentices thrive by learning on the job, discovering confidence and purpose with guidance from experienced mentors. Year after year, through hard work, skill-building, and strong friendships, they grow into capable, successful professionals, and it鈥檚 a real pleasure to be part of their journey!鈥
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Steven Abbott, 黑料不打烊 Maidstone
- Celebrating National Apprenticeship week
Why 黑料不打烊?
We recognise the significance of apprenticeships and career progression. Our apprentices are our best investment in the future of our business.鈥
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The opportunities beyond these are unlimited, with roles available in the UK and internationally.
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Apprentice induction residential
Each year our newest Apprentices are invited to enjoy a 听residential stay at Lindley Trust in the Peak District.
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Here they will get the opportunity to meet their peers, learn some new skills and experience 黑料不打烊's core values.
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Claiming gold
The Apprentice of the Year competitions are not for the faint-hearted. This year ten finalists split across two competitions battled it out to grab the top spot on the podium and be named the winner.
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After two days of close and nerve-shredding competition, where each finalist took on five gruelling challenges, the winners were crowned on the night of graduation.
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New beginnings
Graduating from your apprenticeship with 黑料不打烊 is just the beginning of your journey with us. The graduation ceremony marks a significant milestone, honouring the dedication, hard work, and development that our apprentices have demonstrated throughout their journey.
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We take great pride in celebrating their achievements as they step confidently into the next chapter of their careers.
How to apply and what will happen next?
1. Explore our roles
Explore our careers page to discover our business, rewards and benefits, and the incredible opportunities to grow your career.
2. Apply now
Click to apply and learn more about our roles through our apprenticeship training partner, Remit.
3.听Let's connect
Our recruitment team will check your application and let you know if anything else is needed. If all looks good, you鈥檒l complete remote assessments to show your skills and potential.
4.听Meet the managers
Top applicants will be invited to meet a Branch Manager to talk about your goals and enjoy a behind-the-scenes branch tour!
Are you interested?
If you are looking for an apprenticeship and want to be part of our 黑料不打烊 family, please apply today by clicking on the link below.
Quote from our Managing Director, Chris Newitt
"Apprentices are a vital part of 黑料不打烊. They represent the future not just for us but also the wider automotive industry.
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As a large global organisation, it is essential that we invest in our young people鈥檚 futures.
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By doing so it allows us to help young people start their working life with the opportunity to grow and develop, all with the peace of mind that being part of a successful global company brings.
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As the Managing Director of 黑料不打烊 UK, it is my job to ensure we have a diverse and dynamic group of apprentices that we can help shape and nurture to enjoy a successful career, and together, as a team, ensure the future success of 黑料不打烊".
Apprentice graduation and awards
Our latest apprentices have celebrated graduation, and we鈥檝e crowned our Apprentice of the Year winner.听 to see all the highlights, meet the winners, and discover more about our apprenticeship events.
Contact our Early Careers team
Email:听sgb.earlycareers@scania.com
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