Apprentice HGV Technician Review

by MOTUS Commercials

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.8/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

i come in and tidy the workshop for part of the morning until it is in an safe mannerto work in, i then go see my workshop controller to get a job or assist another technician in the workshop with their job or work with my mentor for the day

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

i have learned how to work as part of a team as well as working independently and improve my problem solving skills to assist me on jobs and rectifying the issue with the truck. i have also been able to improve my communication skills by talking to fellow colleges and drivers.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

i have always wanted to be an Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician and so far into my apprenticeship i am really enjoying it. I like the fact i am being trusted to carry out small jobs and not being forced out of my skill set and comfort zone so far during my apprenticeship

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

the program is structured very well, with regular visits from my skills coach i am able to develop my skills at a steady pace as well as get my course work carried out to a high standard. when down at college the tutors are very helpful and answer all your questions to a high standard

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

with regular meetings with my service manager, workshop controller and mentor i am able to express any problems or issues i have within the company and if they affect my learning experience. my employer always try there best to address the issues brought up in the regular meetings and fulfils my needs to develop.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

regular visits from my skills coach assists me with completing my coursework and also get to address any issues with my learning or any issues with college. the skills coach also guides me in with what jobs i should be assisting on to aid me in developing my knowledge throughout my apprenticeship

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

i feel that the knowledge learnt from my college tutors, training provider, skills coach and fellow technicians helps me within the workplace and helps me carry out jobs to the highest and safest standard possible. i also feel that i have increased my knowledge working on trucks and will continue to do so

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

1/10

9a. Would you recommend MOTUS Commercials to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

the employer always try there best for employees

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to MOTUS Commercials?

very good company to work for