Introduction

The Apprentice Vehicle Converter role involves completing a Level 2 fitted interiors / vehicle conversion apprenticeship via Hopwood Hall College. You will learn the all-round conversion and build of vehicle chassis cabs into passenger transport vehicles, ensuring high quality workmanship across multiple areas of the build process.

About the Employer

About Mellor
We build size and cost-appropriate buses that deliver excellence in passenger and operator experience. Our customers and their needs always come first.

Mellor has designed products that provide efficient, accessible, and sustainable flexible passenger transport for over 60 years.

Our ground-breaking size-appropriate buses, include both electric and traditional powertrains and are all built by our team of expert engineers in the UK.

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out the assembly and conversion of vehicle chassis into passenger transport vehicles
Install GRP panels, glass, flooring (lino), seats, and tracking systems
Fit and route electrical looms, cables, lights, cameras, speakers, switches, and control panels
Undertake general fitting and finishing tasks as required across the build process
Support activities within the finishing department including vehicle cleaning/valeting, snag activities and sealing as required
Work with all types of trim material, mild steel, s/steel, aluminum, fiberglass, composite, plywood, ABS, general plastics, vinyl and carpet
Use a variety of consumable materials, polyester filler, sealants, panel wipe, glues, aerosol paints and primers
Understand and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Work from technical drawings, build instructions, or supervisor guidance
Ensure all work is completed to the required safety and quality standards
Operate and maintain hand and power tools safely and effectively
Work both independently and as part of a team to meet production schedules
Rotate across stages of the build as directed by line managers to fulfil the apprenticeship and support business need
Maintain a clean and organised work area and always follow health & safety procedures

Training Outcome

On successful completion of the apprenticeship you there is the chance to develop into a valued, long-standing member of ths business

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Team working
Initiative
Patience
Willingness to learn

Qualifications

Desired - GCSE - English - 4/C or equivalent
Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4/C or equivalent

Course Information

Course: Fitted interiors installer (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Construction and the built environment

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: A four-day working week. Monday - Thursday 7.00am - 5.00pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Number of Positions Available: 3

Training Provider: HOPWOOD HALL COLLEGE

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