HGV and Trailer Technician (Level 3) - Night Shift

Royal Mail Group; Crick; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

22.5 days annual leave

Ongoing training

Uniform provided

Modern workshop

Job summary

Royal Mail Fleet in Crick is recruiting an IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic to service, maintain and repair trailers, HGVs and LCVs in a modern workshop. You will undertake diagnostics and fault-finding, using specialist tools and your own. The role supports progression into DDT training and advanced HGV maintenance.

The position offers a 39.5-hour week, night shifts, and comprehensive training with long-term career stability at Royal Mail Fleet.

Qualifications

• IMI Level 3 qualified heavy vehicle mechanic or equivalent.
• Experience in vehicle maintenance or trailer work.
• Interest in Double Decker Trailer (DDT) / HGV progression.
• Full manual UK driving licence (C1, C+E desirable, not essential).

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair trailers including DDTs, HGVs and LCVs.
• Carry out PMIs, inspections, diagnostics and fault-finding.
• Work in a modern, well-equipped workshop with specialist tooling.
• Keep one of the UK's largest fleets operational.

Skills

IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic

HGV maintenance experience

Education

IMI Level 3 heavy vehicle maintenance

Job description

Location: Crick, Northampton, NN6 7GZ

Salary: £66,215 guaranteed earnings, plus overtime opportunities

Are you an Level 3 qualififed HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, or Trailer Technician looking to upskill or specialise in Double Decker Trailers?

Whether you're an experienced Trailer or Double Decker Trailer (DDT) technician, or a Level 3 qualified heavy vehicle technician looking to develop your skills, this is your opportunity to take your career further with Royal Mail Fleet - one of the UK's largest, greenest, and most recognisable fleet operators.

We're building a brand-new, state-of-the-art 16-bay trailer workshop at our Midlands Super Hub, and we're looking for skilled technicians who want more from their career, with full training, progression opportunities, and long-term stability.

Location: The role will initially be based at our Crick / Coventry workshop (additional travel expenses will be covered), before moving to the Midlands Super Hub by late 2026.

What you'll earn

• £40,906 Basic salary
• £15,450 Defined Workshop allowance
• £7,060 Night shift allowance
• £2,799 Saturday supplement
• Total earnings: £66,215 per annum

Overtime and shift allowances

• Overtime at £27.79 per hour (£29.78 per hour on bank holidays)
• Weekend bonus supplement of £53.66 per Saturday shift
• Night attendance allowance £588.41 per month

Shift pattern - 39.5 hours per week Monday - Saturday 21:30 - 06:00

What you'll be doing

• Service, maintain and repair trailers (including DDTs), HGVs and LCVs
• Carry out PMIs, inspections, diagnostics & fault-finding
• Work in a modern, well-equipped workshop, using both specialist tooling and your own tools for maintenance
• Play a key role in keeping one of the UK's largest fleets operational

Training & Progression

We actively invest in technicians who want to grow:

• Double Decker Trailer (DDT) training
• MOT & Inspection standards
• LOLER certification
• Advanced vehicle diagnostics
• Electric HGV maintenance training

Plus, progression opportunities into Supervisory and Management roles is available.

Benefits

• 22.5 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising with service
• Option to buy extra leave days
• Excellent company-matched pension scheme
• Variety of voluntary benefits and company discounts
• Full PPE & uniform provided (including overalls and steel toe capped boots)
• Modern workshop environment
• Ongoing training & development

Who we're looking for

• IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic (heavy vehicle maintenance) or equivalent
• Experience in vehicle maintenance or trailer work
• Interest in DDT / HGV progression (if not already qualified)
• Full manual UK driving licence (C1, C+E desirable, not essential)
• Flexible to service demands and able to work on a shift rota
• Team player with pride in workmanship

Looking to develop your career as an HGV or Trailer Technicnan?

Join Royal Mail Fleet and develop your skills in HGV, trailer and Double Decker Trailer maintenance, with specialist training and long-term career progression.