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ServiceTech Training Programme – Level 2

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ServiceTech Level 2

Course Overview

ServiceTech is a modular training and assessment programme aimed at new starters or those progressing their hire career who will be filling the Check & Test / Test & Run role in hire businesses. The programme is not limited to new job holders and would also benefit existing Service Technicians that have some experience who would benefit from further training and a formal qualification.

Candidates will be profiled to gauge their competence in various principles, and from this a programme of training can be delivered to suit the needs of the individual and the hire company.

Upcoming Programmes and Dates

When
Starts Wednesday 20th May 2026
Finished Friday 11th September 2026

Where
Training Centre, Pen-y-Bont, OSWESTRY, SY10 9JQ 

Module
Various

Programme Content

Training Could Include:

  • Module 1: Electrical Equipment – Including basic electrical theory, combined inspection and test (PAT) procedures, test equipment use (meters / RCD testers) and basic repairs e.g. cables, switches and plugs.
  • Module 2: Mechanical Equipment – Including 2 stroke and 4 stroke SI engines and single cylinder diesel (CI) Engines.
  • Module 3: Non-Mechanical Equipment – Typically delivered alongside Module 7, covers equipment from Acrows to Tyrol Guns, ladders, trestles and tower scaffold, steel and GRP coated tools (inspection and maintenance including LPG checks).
  • Module 4: Small Plant – Micro and mini excavators, tracked dumpers and forward tipping dumpers (inspection, maintenance and basic adjustments and repairs).
  • Module 5: Powered Access – Covering boom and scissor lift inspection, testing and basic fault diagnosis.
  • Module 6: Health and Safety – Using the industry-proven IOSH Working Safely programme, a nationally recognised qualification for health & safety practices including hazard detection, improving safety and protecting the environment.
  • Module 7: Materials Hoists – Typically delivered alongside Module 3 and covers the Genie Superlift series and/or Sumner 2000 series machines.
  • Module 8: Road-Tow Equipment – Typically delivered alongside Module 9, covers hire equipment trailer checks, maintenance and basic repairs
  • Module 9: Traffic Management Equipment – Typically delivered alongside Module 8, covers inspection and basic repairs
  • Module 10: Generators and Lighting Towers – Up to 10kVA items, checks, tests and basic repairs
  • Module 11: Welding, Heating and Cutting – Using arc, TIG, MIG and gas equipment safely for basic repairs
  • Module 12: Climate Control, Heating, Cooling & Drying – electric (IR and fan), gas and oil heaters, basic checks and repairs

    • The qualification is assessed in the workplace over the first twelve months of the programme. Each training module covers specific requirements for the units to ensure technicians have the required knowledge. The assessment will look for evidence that learning is put into practice against the national standard.

    Programme Costs and Benefits

    Programme Benefits

  • Delegates will achieve a Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction Plant or Machinery Maintenance (Construction)
  • Delegates will also receive certificates of competence for all modules attended. For Module 1 this would be a valid Electrical (PAT) Testing certificate
  • Hire companies whose workshop operatives have completed the programme will gain advantages when being audited for SafeHire Certification

    • Programme Costs

    All training will include a certificate per module. The above plan would mean delegates benefit from three CAP points, as its six days training plus points for their NVQ achievement, two points for Level 2 Plant Maintenance and four points for Level 3.

    We will arrange accommodation which will include additional time in evenings if required to make progress on each learners NVQ.

    Each learner will have an NVQ assessor allocated, and they will be inducted and assessed in their own depot with the aim of being near completion by the September block, where possible.

    Cost

  • Training at £340 per week = £1020 for the complete course
  • Full board accommodation at £120 per night = £720
  • Total programme cost £2,940 which can be invoiced monthly at £490 per month over 6 months. Discounts are available for multiple learners.

    • Get in Touch

    If you’d like further information on up-skilling your workforce, please contact us on 44 (0)121 380 4617 or by e-mail training@hae.org.uk.

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