Apprenticeship Training Scheme 2026 - Commercial Vehicle Technician

Channel Commercials Plc; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial vehicle dealer is offering an apprenticeship program for the role of Commercial Vehicle Technician. You will gain practical skills while working on modern trucks and receive classroom-based instruction. The ideal candidate should have a mechanical aptitude and a minimum GCSE Grade 4 in English and Maths. This apprenticeship leads to industry-recognized qualifications and may offer a permanent position upon completion.

Benefits

Sick pay

Pension scheme

30 days holiday including bank holidays

Responsibilities

• Test commercial vehicles and diagnose faults.
• Service, maintain and repair commercial vehicles.
• Interpret and follow technical service instruction data.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Ability to follow instructions

Hard working

Positive attitude

Education

Minimum GCSE Grade 4 in English

Minimum GCSE Grade 4 in Maths

Job description

Apprenticeship Training Scheme 2026 - Commercial Vehicle Technician

in Partnership with DAF Trucks and Skillnet

OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE AT OUR DEPOTS IN: ASHFORD, MAIDSTONE, STROOD, AYLESHAM AND SEVENOAKS

OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE AT OUR DEPOTS IN: ASHFORD, MAIDSTONE, STROOD, AYLESHAM AND SEVENOAKS

(Minimum GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent) required in Maths and English)

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

Channel Commercials PLC is a leading commercial vehicle dealer providing sales, parts and servicing for DAF Trucks, Light Commercial Vehicles and Vans in the South-East.

The level 3 advanced apprenticeship is delivered over three years, providing you with practical, on the job training and classroom based instruction at the DAF Apprentice Academy.

At Channel Commercials you will have the opportunity to work on some of the most modern and sophisticated trucks on the road with access to the latest systems and technology enabling you to gain skills, knowledge and experience needed to enter the automotive industry.

It’s a great opportunity to learn industry-specific skills while developing a career for life in Commercial Vehicle Repair and Maintenance

You will obtain the skills and knowledge to:

• Test commercial vehicles and diagnose faults
• Service, maintain and repair commercial vehicles, using specialist equipment and tools
• Interpret and follow technical service instruction data
• Maintain a safe working environment

You will be paid a competitive wage whilst gaining the practical skills, knowledge and experience needed to enter to automotive industry.

You will be supported throughout your apprenticeship by Channel Commercials and a dedicated skills coach who will regularly visit the workplace to monitor your progress, training needs and support with your portfolio work

After successful completion of the apprenticeship program you will receive an industry-wide recognised qualification and there may be an opportunity for a permanent Commercial Vehicle Technician position

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES

• Must achieve a minimum GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Will be hard working and committed to succeed with the apprenticeship
• Have the ability to complete work to deadlines and follow instructions
• Will be honest, trustworthy and willing to learn
• Have a positive attitude and be motivated to progress and develop their skills
• Have a mechanical aptitude and good at problem solving
• Are interested and passionate about becoming a Commercial Vehicle Technician

If you would like to applyfor the 2026programme, please complete the form below and include your GCSE grades (or predicted grades).

(Please note this role requires manual handling).

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Location Ashford, Maidstone, Strood, Sevenoaks, Aylesham

Salary £16,952

Benefits Sick pay, pension scheme and 30 days holiday (including bank holidays)