Vehicle Maintenance Apprenticeship

Holcim UK Limited; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Gateshead is seeking an Apprentice Vehicle Maintenance Technician to join their contracting team. You will gain hands-on experience in maintaining and repairing specialist equipment used in road construction, combining practical work with academic study. Ideal candidates are curious, motivated, and interested in building a long-term career in engineering. The position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus bonus

Enhanced family benefits

Free remote GP service

Opportunities for career progression

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Enjoy practical work and motivated by problem solving.
• Understanding the importance of safety processes.
• Eager to learn and ready to build a long-term career in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Learn to maintain, diagnose, and repair equipment used in road construction.
• Participate in day-to-day engineering tasks and equipment checks.
• Compile reports and verify equipment performance.

Skills

Problem solving

Practical work

Curiosity

Education

Genuine interest in machines

Job description

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.

Since 1858, we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.

Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

Holcim UK Company Benefits

• Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits- all recognising the contribution you bring

• Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety

• We care about you and your family. That’s why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. We understand that your personal life and family well‑being are just as important as your career, so we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.

• Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business.

• Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same‑day appointments.

• Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad

• Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace

• Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to begin your career through an Apprenticeship as a Vehicle Maintenance Technician, joining our contracting team who are responsible for delivering high‑quality road paving projects across the region.

You’ll be based regionally, but from our Gateshead depot, working with experienced engineers and technicians who will support you as you learn how to maintain, diagnose and repair a wide range of specialist equipment used in road construction and surfacing. This includes the machinery, tools and technology that keep our sites running safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

• You’ll spend much of your time learning on site, combining hands on experience with academic study.
• Some days you’ll be based at our depot, and other days you’ll travel to local sites to help resolve equipment issues as they arise.
• You’ll take part in day‑to‑day engineering tasks and gradually build the confidence to diagnose faults, carry out equipment checks and support with timely repairs that keep projects moving.
• You’ll learn how to carry out equipment inspections, compile reports, verify performance against specification and deliver safe, cost‑effective repairs that support our operational teams.
• Your curiosity, willingness to get involved and ability to stay focused will help you progress quickly.
• You will gain real industry experience, a recognised qualification and the chance to build a long term career in a growing sector.
• You’ll learn how we maintain high standards in safety, quality and environmental performance while ensuring we produce and deliver the right materials to our customers.

Who you are

• You are someone who enjoys practical work, is motivated by problem solving and has a genuine interest in how machines and systems operate.
• You are naturally curious and like asking questions so you can learn and improve.
• You feel confident following clear processes and instructions, especially when it comes to safety, and you understand the importance of keeping yourself and others safe at work.
• Most importantly, you are motivated, eager to learn and ready to build a long term career in engineering.

We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.