Heavy Vehicle Apprentice Mechanic

GTG Training Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid role

Training covered

Residential stays

Graduation celebration

Career progression

Job summary

Eddie Stobart in the UK is offering a Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship Programme. This 3-year pathway develops you to maintain, repair, and diagnose modern heavy goods vehicles, including EVs, with hands-on training at the GTG Training Academy.

From day one you will be employed full-time, gain Level 3 IMI qualifications, and benefit from residential stays during blocks, ongoing assessments, and clear progression into a technical career within Culina Group.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in vehicles or mechanics.
• Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain heavy vehicles.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT inspections.
• Diagnose faults across mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Work on engines, transmissions, braking systems, and EV technology.
• Support workshop operations while maintaining high safety standards.

Skills

Interest in vehicles

Willingness to learn

Job description

Are you ready to turn your passion for vehicles into a career? Eddie Stobart, part of the renowned Culina Group, is offering an exciting opportunity to join our Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship Programme — the perfect pathway into the thriving commercial vehicle industry.

This 3-year apprenticeship is designed to develop you into a fully qualified technician, equipping you with the skills to maintain, repair, and diagnose some of the most advanced heavy goods vehicles on the road — including modern and electric fleets.

What You’ll Do

• Service and maintain heavy vehicles
• Prepare vehicles for MOT inspections
• Diagnose faults across mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems
• Work on engines, transmissions, braking systems, and EV technology
• Support workshop operations while maintaining high safety standards

What You’ll Gain

• Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair qualification (IMI)
• Full-time employment from day one
• Industry-leading, hands‑on experience
• Training at the state‑of‑the‑art GTG Training Academy
• Exposure to the latest vehicle technologies, including electric vehicles
• Ongoing support, assessments, and career development

Why Join Eddie Stobart & Culina Group?

As one of the UK’s most recognised names in logistics, we pride ourselves on our modern fleet, strong heritage, and investment in people. When you join us, you’re not just starting a job — you’re building a long-term career. With clear progression routes, continued training, and the backing of the wider Culina Group, your future is in safe hands.

Programme Benefits

• Paid, full-time role (40 hours per week)
• All training and qualification costs covered
• Residential stays included during training blocks
• Team‑building experiences and graduation celebration
• Real career progression opportunities upon completion

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine interest in vehicles or mechanics
• Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn