At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our training programme to convert your skills to the Heavy Vehicle industry.
- Company: Scania, a leader in the automotive sector with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £33,363.20, bonus scheme, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Dynamic training environment with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience and industry-recognised qualifications while working with experts.
- Qualifications: 3 years of mechanical experience and a desire to transition to Heavy Vehicles.
Suited for Light vehicle Technicians, Plant equipment Technicians or Agricultural equipment Technicians to join our training from other industries programme.
Location: Scania Avonmouth
Salary: Starting from £33,363.20 per annum / £16.04ph
Start Date: 07/09/2026 (start date is not flexible due to being booked in our training schedule)
Working Hours: Discussed upon application.
Benefits:
- Access to a great loan car scheme
- Eligibility to annual bonus scheme
- In house training to support career progression and increase earnings
- 4 x basic salary life assurance
- Overtime available
- 25 days holiday (increases with service) plus public holidays
- Company matched pension scheme
Program Overview:
This programme will be a mixture of on‑site mentoring and bespoke training at our brand‑new Scania UK Learning Academy. While on site, you will be partnered with experienced Scania technicians and be allocated a mentor to observe and shadow. While at the Scania UK Learning Academy, you will benefit from bespoke Scania training covering six key modules spanning from industry and Scania product knowledge through to maintenance and inspection theory, delivered by our own in‑house training experts whilst getting hands‑on with our product. We will provide you with all the tools and knowledge you need to succeed, with an opportunity to gain an industry‑recognised IRTEC qualification and a Scania Roadside Assistance qualification.
Qualifications:
- The desire to utilise your current experience to convert to the Heavy Vehicle industry
- An apprenticeship or equivalent qualification (NVQ Lv3 or equivalent may be considered)
- A minimum of 3 years hands‑on mechanical experience
HGV Technician Conversion Programme in Bristol employer: Scania Group
Scania Group in Hull is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and employee well-being. With a strong focus on professional development through in-house training and generous holiday allowances, employees are encouraged to grow within the company while enjoying a competitive salary and pension benefits. Join us for a rewarding career where your contributions to deliveries and maintenance are valued and recognised.
