Apprentice HGV Mechanical Engineer

August 20, 2021 | Comments Off on Apprentice HGV Mechanical Engineer

Apprentice HGV Mechanical Engineer West Deeping, South Lincolnshire - full time Role overview

Kick start your career with Breedon, become a HGV Mechanical Engineer!

Breedon are now seeking an Apprentice HGV Mechanical Engineer to join our experienced team based at our HGV Workshop at West Deeping Quarry in South Lincolnshire. You'll be involved in the service and repair of our HGV fleet which is built up of 4, 6 and 8 wheel concrete mixer trucks, asphalt and aggregate tippers and some artic trucks too!

Why Breedon?

An apprenticeship with Breedon provides real, practical experience and mentoring by industry experts. Plus, you can earn as you learn with a competitive apprentice salary, as well as flexible pathways to explore as you develop in your career with us!

About you

We'd love to hear about why you chose us and what interests you about the apprenticeship programme you would like to join. We're a very friendly organisation so we'd hope that you'd be comfortable talking to lots of people and can show us that you're willing to learn! Sometimes we can come across unforeseen challenges so problem solving skills and good attention to detail are also very handy. Finally you must have a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above (or level 5 or above on the new grading scheme) including Maths, English and Science.

What can I expect?

In return, we guarantee the opportunity to build skills, gain knowledge and experience through 'in-role' training with individual mentoring by our Maintenance Manager and a tailored development programme. You will receive time out to attend Peterborough college whereby you will undertake a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician.

Breedon are committed to sustainability and reducing our impact on the planet, to make a material difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers and communities. Additionally we offer access to our Employee Assistance programme which aims to offer free and confidential advice to support your wellbeing both in and outside of work. Furthermore you will have access to a broad range of online learning and support, with commitment from us to support your continued learning and development as you progress in your career. We are committed to offering a permanent position upon completion of your apprenticeship, endeavouring to support you to gain the career you want, as well as a competitive salary, holidays and much more!

Breedon take a value led approach in all our activities and respect the contribution of our colleagues in making this happen. In respect of this we're working continuously to construct an inclusive working environment, promoting an environment where colleagues can be themselves, feel valued, respected and able to give their best.

About us

Breedon is a leading construction materials group in Great Britain and Ireland. We produce cement, aggregates, asphalt, ready-mixed concrete, Welsh slate and specialist concrete and clay products, and offer a range of contracting services.

The business places the highest importance on sustained standards of excellence in all aspects of Health Safety and Environmental management and you will be expected to contribute to the Company's zero harm culture.

Contract type Apprenticeship Salary Competitive Closing date for applications 3rd September, 2021

By applying for this role, your details will be sent to Ortolan People, who are acting as consultants for the hiring company. Ortolan People are engaged to provide recruitment support in processing applications. We will endeavour to respond to all applicants within three working days. Occasionally for roles with a very high volume of applicants, this may not be possible.