Apprentice Vehicle Technician

SevernTrentLife; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent utility service provider in the UK is offering an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Vehicle Technician. This programme blends hands-on experience with formal qualifications, providing essential skills for the Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) sector. Successful candidates will gain practical insights into vehicle maintenance, work with diverse teams, and develop critical problem-solving abilities. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a passion for vehicles and possess strong communication skills. This role includes extensive support and training for long-term career development.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave opportunity

Dedicated training and development

Retail offers

Family friendly policies

Two paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• A ‘can do’ attitude towards learning and developing skills.
• Ability to adapt to dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Curiosity for vehicles and mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Gain practical experience with Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGV).
• Study towards Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Service.
• Participate in 1-on-1 meetings with mentors and business leads.

Skills

Passion for vehicles

Excellent communication

Problem-solving skills

Adaptability

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths or functional skills

Job description

Apprentice Vehicle Technician (HGV) (Level 3)

LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT

At Severn Trent, we believe everyone deserves more. More care for the environment, more sustainable initiatives, and more support for the communities we serve. That's why we're on a mission to deliver bigger and better things, and we need passionate apprentices like you to help us achieve our goals.

LET’S TELL YOU MORE

Apprenticeship Programmes are a great way to earn and learn! Our Apprentice Vehicle Technician Programme offers the perfect blend of personal and professional development, exposing you to the core of our business. You’ll be supported every step of the way. Your role will be to gain practical experience in a few teams developing your knowledge and understanding of Severn Trent and the processes.

All of this will allow you to further develop your skills so you can communicate data effectively to a wide variety of stakeholders. At Severn Trent we provide the perfect mix between hands‑on experience and a formal qualification, enabling our apprentices to make a real lasting difference to our customers and communities, not just for now, but far into the future.

We welcome all apprentices from diverse backgrounds, as we know diverse minds bring new ideas and a different way of thinking. We are looking for someone who wants to build their career with us and grasp new opportunities, and in return we will support you with varied experiences, training and development to provide a grounding for your future career.

HOW WILL THE PROGRAMME WORK?

You will be based at Spondon in Derby, the heart of our patch. The programme requires you to be based in a workshop each day whilst working on Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGV), gaining your exposure to manufacture specific vehicles.

You will study towards becoming a vehicle technician role, where you will be able to put your skills to action.

In this exciting programme, you will have the chance to discuss your development and career ambitions in your 1‑1 meetings with business leads, mentors, a study buddy, the cohort leader, and the New Talent Team.

As part of this apprenticeship, you will be studying towards a Level 3 qualification in Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician. You can find more information about this qualification (known as a standard) by following this link. We encourage you to read this additional information before applying.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• How to carry out the basic tasks with tools and equipment common to all procedures involving basic mechanical and electrical procedures related to HV
• How to contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop and adhere to the company and legislative processes
• Use a range of diagnostic and electrical measuring equipment to identify faults and underlying causes on HV’s.
• How to follow recognised diagnostic procedures, logical diagnostic sequence and apply advanced diagnostic principles and problem‑solving techniques to establish faults
• How to carry out detailed repairs on vehicles up to 44 tonnes
• Triaging vehicles and rectify on the spot defects – for all vehicles including tankers
• Learn how to use industry standard and in‑house software

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We want our employees to care and to have a genuine passion for what we do as a business. We need people who want to make a difference in providing a vital service to our customers, now and for the long‑term.

If you have the passion to succeed that we see in our graduates every day, you’ll be a great match for our programme. We’d love you to be someone with:

• A ‘can do’ attitude – willing to get stuck in, take accountability for decisions and actions and who takes pride in their work
• A love of variety in a role and ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast‑paced working environment
• Ability to quickly prioritise tasks and the initiative to dive head‑first into problem solving.
• No two days are the same on the front line and not every day goes to plan, so you’ll need to be quick on your feet to respond!
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills and enjoy working with multiple teams, as well as being approachable and communicating with customers
• Ability to analyse and interpret information and effectively communicate this to different team members and audiences
• Ability to travel freely across our patch to visit different sites and travel to meetings and training days
• Curiosity to learn quickly in a reactive and dynamic working environment
• Ability to work in all weather conditions to serve our customers and protect the environment
• Excellent problem‑solving skills
• A curiosity for vehicles and how they work

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

Our New Talent Team will guide you and support you every step of the way. Furthermore, your line manager, mentor and graduate buddy will be there to help you in making sure you reach your full potential here at Severn Trent.

Location:

Derby STW, Spondon, Derbyshire, DE21 7BQ

Standard: Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician

Link to Standard: https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0068-v1-5

Apprenticeship Level: 3

Apprenticeship Duration: 36 months (excluding EPA)

Starting Salary: £22,500

Entry Criteria: If you don't already have GCSEs in English and maths, you will need to take functional skills as part of the apprenticeship, which is an alternative to GCSEs and achieve a Level 2. This must be achieved prior to completion of your apprenticeship.

Driving Requirements: You must have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle upon starting this apprenticeship

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU IN RETURN

It’s not just a job you’ll get here, you’ll get a career too. We have a range of benefits that reward and recognise great work and award‑winning training to ensure you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the community in which we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite perks that you’ll get being part of the Severn Trent family:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500, which is subject to eligibility)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Retail Offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year

As if that isn’t enough, you’ll receive an annual salary increase whilst you’re on programme and you’ll also get an increase when you move into your first job.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

At Severn Trent we are passionate about our people. We want to make sure that we continue to foster a more diverse, inclusive, and cohesive culture that represents the communities and customers we serve. We’re making sure we keep up the progress with our wonderful working groups – LGBTQ+, Women in Operations & STEM, Disability and Ethnicity, who help us with our commitments. Find out more about our commitments to Diversity and Inclusion at Severn Trent.

LET’S GO

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can’t wait to hear from you.

• Roles close on 16th March at Midday (12pm)
• Check your diary – face‑to‑face assessments will run from through April and May 2026
• Estimated start date – September 2026

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeatSevernTrent on social media.

In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. We have assessed this programme and do not consider that we would be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route as the role does not meet the relevant Home Office criteria; the successful candidate must be able therefore to demonstrate right to work without Severn Trent sponsorship.