IT Infrastructure Apprentice
Coventry, GB, CV3 4PW
Salary: £23,000 – £26,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Field-based role within a commutable distance of Warwick, with frequent travel across the South and East of England
A full UK driving licence is required
Apprenticeship Course:
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Information Communications Technician (Level 3), or
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Digital and Technology Solutions Professional (Level 6 – degree level)
At Volvo Trucks, we do more than build trucks. We keep the world moving. From delivering essential goods to connecting communities, our vehicles, technology and people make a real difference every day. We are a global leader in sustainable transport, committed to driving progress and shaping a cleaner, smarter future.Our dedication to innovation and safety sets the standard for the industry. The Volvo FM and Volvo FH Aero recently achieved the maximum five-star rating in Euro NCAP’s first-ever truck safety assessment. It is proof that at Volvo Trucks, progress is something we live and deliver.
Now we are looking for a motivated and curious individual to join us as an IT Infrastructure Apprentice, ready to learn, grow and be part of the team powering the technology that keeps Volvo Trucks moving.
What we can offer you
- Professional growth and development: Unlock your potential through a range of training and development opportunities, on top of the apprenticeship qualification itself.
- Pension scheme: Matched up to 5% of your salary, including death in service cover.
- Medical insurance: Access to Bupa private medical insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme: Access wellness, mindfulness and counselling services.
- Discounts on various purchases: Enjoy savings on shopping vouchers, cinema tickets, holidays and travel.
- Fitness perks: Access MyGymDiscounts and MyActiveDiscounts, and make use of our on-site gym.
- Other benefits: Dental insurance, Cycle-to-work scheme and Eyecare vouchers.
You can learn more about the rewards and benefits of working at Volvo Group here: Volvo Group Benefits
Who are you and your new colleagues
You are someone who enjoys solving problems and learning new things. You have a genuine interest in technology, computers and networks, and you are eager to turn that passion into a career.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Prior work experience in an IT-related role would be advantageous
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good knowledge of Microsoft 365 (advanced Excel skills are a bonus)
- Basic understanding of computer hardware, operating systems and common software applications
- Familiarity with networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and wireless technologies
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and data security
- Effective communication and organisation skills
- A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel frequently
- GCSE or A-Level qualifications (those who already hold a degree in IT will not be eligible for this apprenticeship)
You will be joining a close-knit IT Infrastructure team of four who support 18 sites across the South and East. You will be working with colleagues who have completed IT apprenticeships at Volvo Trucks and will guide and mentor you as you develop your skills. You will report to the IT Manager and be part of the wider Volvo Trucks IT division in the UK.
What you’ll do
As an IT Infrastructure Apprentice, you will support and deliver IT infrastructure services across multiple Volvo Truck & Bus locations. From setting up new systems to helping solve technical issues, you will be part of the team that keeps our operations running smoothly.
You will gain hands-on experience with:
- Respond to user enquiries and provide technical assistance, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, both in person and remotely.
- Assist in the installation and configuration of computer hardware, software, and networking equipment under the guidance of senior technicians.
- Collaborate with the IT team to develop and maintain documentation, including system configurations, user manuals, and troubleshooting guides.
- Supporting key IT projects such as Windows 11 migration and Wi-Fi upgrades across 18 sites
- Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to provide recommendations for improving IT infrastructure efficiency and effectiveness.
- Manage technical administration and authorisation for new starters and leavers in a timely manner for all local and group IT systems
Apply today or share this opportunity with someone who would be perfect for it!
Please note:
If you already hold an IT degree or qualification at the same or higher level, you will not be eligible for this apprenticeship under government funding rules.
More information can be found in the UK Government apprenticeship funding rules.
All Volvo Group adverts are advertised for a minimum of 10 working days from the posting date.
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Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.