Volvo Trucks Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship
Location: Bristol, South West England
Closing Date: 10/06/2026
About this job
This apprenticeship is the level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician standard programme with Wales & West Truck & Bus (Volvo) in Bristol, BS10 7GD. As an apprentice, you will learn how to maintain and repair large commercial vehicles to manufacturer and DVSA standards.
What you’ll learn
- 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.
- Receive a mix of academic learning and on‑the‑job training.
- Shadow a mentor and carry out work under supervision.
- Attend online studies, complete workbooks and job cards, and virtual classes during working hours.
- Participate in block‑release training at the Volvo Training Academy in Derby every 2 months.
Benefits
- Full‑time employment from day one.
- Holiday pay.
- Residential training with expert support and guidance.
- Internationally recognised accreditation.
- Fully paid training courses, including all qualification fees and accommodation.
Qualifications
No previous automotive qualifications are needed. You must have GCSE 9-4 (A‑C) or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths. Predicted/Mock grades are acceptable at application stage.
Personal Qualities
- Punctuality and good timekeeping.
- Workplace maturity and professionalism.
- Attention to detail and high standards of work.
- Comfortable working with a wide range of vehicles, including HGVs, trucks and buses.
- Physical strength and stamina.
- A logical approach to problem‑solving.
- An enthusiasm to learn new practical and theoretical skills.
Future Prospects
Wales & West Truck & Bus (Volvo) provide all apprentices with the skills needed to become fully qualified and competent individuals with secure career prospects. A trained apprentice will become a top‑class asset to the business for years to come.
Volvo will support you to achieve your goals.
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