Apprentice Mechanic in Arbroath

Advertising End Date: 25 Jun 2026

Locations: Peasiehill Workshop

Position: Apprenticeship

Advertising Salary: £9.65 to £16.66 per hour

Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday 7.30am - 3.30pm, Friday 7.30am - 3.00pm

Working Year: 52 Weeks

Hours Per Week: 37 hours

Vacancy Type: Apprenticeship

About the Job Role

• As an Apprentice Mechanic, you will have the opportunity to gain hands on experience maintaining a diverse fleet of vehicles and plant for both Tayside Contracts and our external customers. You will also be required to attend block release, currently at Edinburgh College, and study for and pass all exams to gain a recognised industry qualification.
• This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to start their career in transport with a great opportunity to secure permanent employment with Tayside Contracts upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
• The apprenticeship scheme is focussed to target youth unemployment and is open to individuals aged 16-24. Due to funding restrictions, preference will be given to candidates aged 16-19 on or mid September, and individuals aged between 20-29 if you have a disability or are care experienced.
• If you are interested in pursuing a career in the transport industry learning from experienced professionals over a 4 year period, are enthusiastic and motivated, have the ability to work as part of a team, communicate effectively, follow instructions and hold a Nat 5 (or equivalent) in English and Maths, then we’d love to hear from you.

• You will also be paid:

• Tool allowance - £15.75 per week

Employee Benefits

• 28 days Annual Leave rising to 33 after 5 years service
• 5 fixed Public Holidays
• Additional Long Service Leave and Long Service Awards
• Opportunities for Overtime
• Generous Occupational Pension Scheme (including 15.7% contribution by the employer and Ill Health Retirement Enhancements and Death in Service Benefits)
• Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVCs) Scheme
• Lifestyle Savings Discounts - giving you access to a range of discounts across UK major retailers
• Physical, financial and mental wellbeing support including access to an employee assistance programme
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tay Valley Credit Union
• Corporate Fitness Membership Rate
• Supported Volunteering Policy
• Charity/Payroll Giving Scheme
• Annual Employee Awards
• Learning, Development and Career Progression Opportunities
• Flexible Working and Flexible Retirement Policies
• Family Friendly Policies