Shorterm Group have designed a paid upskilling programme that takes experienced light vehicle/car mechanics and upskills them to be highly competent HGV technicians. It is working on Fire Engines.This is a 1-year paid "work and learn" programme. The training programme consists of 24 separate planned on the job (OTJ) training practical assessments across the year.HGV/Fire Engines and Support vehicles* Client: Babcock International* Location: Ruislip* Working on Blue light vehicles - Fire Engines and support vehicles* Shift: Shift work: Early/Late shifts, 06:00-14:30 and 13:30-22:00, Monday to Friday* Salary: Starting circa £34k p.a for a 40hr worked week, with overtime available. There is a permanent role with a salary of circa £44k upon completion of the programme - 1 year.* Duration: 12 months in the clients' depot - after this there is a very good prospect of full-time employment direct with the client and a pay increase.* IMI accreditation upon completion of the 1-year programme.* The client has about 11/12 years left on the contract, so this is a long term, secure opportunity.Candidates for this position will need to have the following:* Will have completed an apprenticeship in light vehicle mechanics and repair, BTEC, City & Guilds qualification or a level 2equivalent relevant qualification. In exceptional cases we will consider candidates who do not possess a level 2 qualification or equivalent but who have strong relevant technical expertise.* Hold a full UK drivers' licence.* Own a laptop/PC and have domestic internet connectivity.* Have the right to live and work in the UK.* Live within a reasonable commute of a designated garage.* Own a toolbox and tools as befits a practicing car mechanic or equivalent.Any queries please let me know.
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Shorterm Group
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 4 days
Ruislip, Greater London HA40AL, England
£32,000 - £38,400 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Shorterm Group is offering a 1-year paid upskilling programme for experienced light vehicle mechanics to become HGV technicians working on fire engines.
- The programme includes 24 planned on-the-job training assessments and offers a starting salary of approximately £34,000 per annum for a 40-hour work week, with overtime available.
- Upon completion, candidates can secure a permanent role with a salary of around £44,000.
- Candidates must have completed an apprenticeship in light vehicle mechanics or possess relevant qualifications, along with a full UK driver's license and the right to work in the UK.
- This opportunity is based in Ruislip with good prospects for full-time employment after the training period.
