Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprentice

DPD Group; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Off

Career path—6-year roadmap

Unum health services

Discounts & perks

Free parking

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

DPD Group in the UK is inviting ambitious individuals to join our Workshop team as LGV Apprentices. You’ll study automotive engineering at college, gain hands-on experience from day one, and help keep the nation’s fleet on the road.

This 6-year progression takes you from VMU Apprentice to Fully Qualified LGV Mechanical Engineer, with a strong safety-first culture, 4-on, 4-off days, and a supportive, tech-forward environment in Hinckley.

Qualifications

• Must-haves: GCSE/Level 2 in Maths and English (or willingness to complete during apprenticeship).
• DNA: honest, hardworking, ready to flex and learn.

Responsibilities

• Attend college and gain formal qualifications in automotive engineering.
• Assist pro engineers with vehicle repairs and maintenance.
• Help manage the workshop, maintain high standards, and learn the tech behind the trucks.
• Progress from learning to leading on tasks as you advance.

Skills

Tech-savvy (Google Workspace)

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE/Level 2 Maths

GCSE/Level 2 English

Job description

• Job Title: LGV Apprentice - Continental Days

Company Description

Get Paid to Power the UK’s Greenest Fleet

• Shift: 4-on, 4-off (DAYS)
• Age: 18+

Ready to ditch the desk and build a career that actually moves? DPD isn't just delivering parcels; we’re aiming to be the UK’s most sustainable delivery company. We’re looking for ambitious apprentices to join our Workshop team and become the next generation of HGV Mechanical Engineers.

Why Join the DPD Crew?

• Birthday Off: Never work on your birthday. Ever.
• Clear Career Path: We don’t just give you a job; we give you a 6-year roadmap from Apprentice to fully qualified HGV Engineer.
• Planet First: Join a business obsessed with being ethical, inclusive, and green.
• Wellbeing Matters:Free Unum "Help@Hand" 24/7 health services for you and your family.
• The Perks: Discounted shopping (hello, 5% off groceries), health kiosks, free parking, and enhanced parental leave.
• Vibe: Work in a clean, tech-forward, and safety-first environment where your growth is the priority.

Job Description

The Role: What You’ll Actually Do

You’ll be hands-on from Day 1, learning how to keep the nation’s favorite fleet on the road.

• Level Up: Attend college and gain formal qualifications in automotive engineering.
• Hands-on Training: Assist pro engineers with vehicle repairs and maintenance.
• Own Your Space: Help manage the workshop, maintain high standards, and learn the tech behind the trucks.
• Independence: Move from shadow-learning to taking the lead on tasks as you progress.

Qualifications

Are You the One?

We’re looking for someone who is motivated, tech-savvy (Google Workspace), and has a sharp eye for detail.

• Must-haves: GCSE/Level 2 in Maths and English (or a genuine willingness to smash these during your apprenticeship).
• DNA: If you’re honest, hardworking, and ready to flex, you’ll fit right in.

Your 6-Year Glow-Up

• Years 1-3: VMU Apprentice (Learning the ropes)
• Years 4-5: Junior LGV Mechanical Engineer (Gaining speed)
• Year 6: Fully Qualified LGV Mechanical Engineer (The Pro)

Ready to start your journey? Don't just look for a job—grab a career with a company that actually puts people (and the planet) first.