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What will the apprentice learn?  

The Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Apprenticeship provides prospective heavy vehicle, including bus and coach, technicians with the necessary skills and knowledge to carry out the role of a modern automotive technician.  

Units covered include:  

  • Materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment 
  • Inspecting heavy vehicles 
  • Diagnosing and rectifying chassis units including pneumatic braking systems and components  
  • Diagnosing and rectifying vehicle engine and component faults  
  • Diagnosing and rectifying vehicle transmission and component faults
  • Diagnosing and rectifying vehicle electrical system faults
  • Isolating and re-energising high voltage systems on an electric vehicle
  • Ensuring your own actions reduce risks to health and safety  
  • Contributing to workplace good housekeeping  

Why choose this apprenticeship?  

The Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Apprenticeship is great for employers and businesses looking to build a stronger, more confident workforce equipped with expert skills.  

Candidates will develop the skills required to service and maintain vehicle systems, as well as diagnosing, inspecting, removing and replacing vehicle components.  

The apprenticeship can be government-funded and is designed for candidates who do not hold a formal qualification.  

How is the apprenticeship delivered?  

The apprentices will undertake vocational training in the workplace and will attend GTG Training's purpose-built heavy vehicle training centre on a block-release basis for knowledge and practical training.

How does the assessment work?

Apprentices are assessed through practical observations, both in the workplace and at GTG Training. They'll also complete online tests and be expected to submit job card evidence. Apprentices will complete vocational training in the workplace and attend GTG Training's purpose-built heavy vehicle training centre on a block-release basis for knowledge and practical testing.  

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