Apprentice

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an HGV Technician Apprentice to join our Area 10 account based in Runcorn.

Starting Salary: 26,582
Location: Preston Brook Depot A56 Chester Road Preston Brook WA7 3AT
Working Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am-16:00pm. 40hrs/week.
Start Date: September 2026
Apprenticeship Link: (url removed)

As part of your apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto the Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship, which will take approximately 39 months to complete. You will be fully supported by our partnered college to achieve this qualification, with 1-2-1 advice, e-learning materials, and a team of experts available to provide guidance and technical knowledge in your workplace.

Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Area 10, working on diverse projects that make a real positive impact across the UK.

Amey has been working in partnership with National Highways to provide maintenance and response services for more than 300 miles of strategic road network in the Northwest, connecting the cities of Manchester, Liverpool and surrounding areas.

Responsible for incident response, winter maintenance services and severe weather delivery, our teams manage traffic during incidents on some of the region's busiest motorways: the M6, M56 and M62.

What you will do:

All aspects of Heavy Vehicle Maintenance including:
Learning and operating on the fundamental of Heavy Vehicle technologies including engines, fuels, transmissions, electrical system, air-conditioning, air braking and suspension systems.
Diagnosing problems on vehicles.
Servicing, inspecting and maintaining the fleets vehicles to the contract and DVSA standards. Taking responsibility for the safety of yourself to ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and safe operation to protect member of the public.
Operate effectively as a team member taking ownership and responsibility when required and be honest and accountable in all activities when things do not go as planned.
To keep records, complete all necessary paperwork, communicate and liaise with other employees of Amey, sub-contractors, clients and customers What you will bring:
GCSE qualifications in Maths and English at C/4 or level 2 equivalent
Full UK driving licence.
Ability to meet DBS requirements. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for consideration, due to the nature of the work associated with this account.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo random drug and alcohol testing in line with safety requirements. Please upload your certificates, predicted grades or achieved qualifications as part of your application.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term, stable contracts, allowing you to plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People, underscoring our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation.

Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or bringing professional experience, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.
Remuneration: Competitive annual salary with potential yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions.
Career Growth: First-class mentoring and a structured learning and development programme to support your professional and personal development.
Training Opportunities: Fully funded leadership programmes and comprehensive training tailored to your growth.
Holidays: 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more.
Pension: Generous scheme with additional contributions from Amey.
Flexible Working: Hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns open for discussion to support work-life balance.
Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits such as insurance, Cycle2Work, and discounted gym membership.
Exclusive Discounts: Access to an online portal with discounts from major retailers and healthcare providers.
Giving Back: Two Social Impact Days each year for volunteering and fundraising.
Family-Friendly Policies: Support for new parents and those with caring responsibilities.
Affinity Networks: Join networks that connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey. About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Every day, our teams across the UK and internationally shape some of the most complex environments that will impact generations to come.

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Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey, we continuously evolve our ways of working to reflect the diverse needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@(url removed) to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support required during the recruitment process.

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We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.

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