GAP Group Apprentices are a key in ensuring our Depots have the right level of expertise, today, tomorrow and in future.As an Apprentice you will be enrolled in a blended learning programme where you will gain an NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance through a mixture of on the job experience and block release training through a leading college. Our Apprenticeship Programme covers all the essential skills and principles you will need to become a Plant Mechanic and you''ll learn how to service and repair machines and equipment, including replacing parts and checking and calibrating instruments. You''ll also study everything from basic engineering skills to the latest technological advancements in electro-hydraulics and computerised control systems.Our Apprenticeship Programme allows you to earn as you learn: Apprentices under 18 joining our programme you will be required to work a maximum of 39 hours per week with a starting salary of 15,500 per annum. Apprentices over 18 joining our programme you will be required to work a maximum of 42.5 hours per week with a starting salary of 16,700 per annum. After successful completion of Year 1 you will automatically be placed on the National Minimum Wage rate for your age group and as you progress through each year of your apprenticeship your salary will continue to increase. To apply for the GAP Group Apprenticeship Programme, you will need to demonstrate the following:4 GCSE grade C or aboveA keen interest in Plant TechnologyHigh level