HGV Trailer Technician (Level 3) - Training Provided

Royal Mail Group; Crick; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Training & development

Uniform provided

Job summary

Royal Mail Fleet in Crick is seeking an experienced Level 3 heavy vehicle technician to service, maintain and repair trailers, HGVs and LCVs as part of a brand-new 16-bay workshop. You will receive full training, with clear progression opportunities and long-term stability.

The role includes structured shift patterns, generous earnings, and extensive training in DDT and MOT/inspection standards, with travel between Crick/Coventry before settling at the Midlands Super Hub by late 2026.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 specialist tooling and your own tools.
• Play a key role in keeping one of the UK's largest fleets operational.

Skills

IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic

Job description

Location: Crick, Northampton, NN6 7GZ
Salary: £60,624 guaranteed earnings, plus overtime opportunities

Are you an Level 3 Vehicle 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 opening 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
• £2,736 Weekend Allowance (based on 1 in 3 weekends)
• £1,532 Late Shift Allowance (based on 1 in 3 weeks)

Total earnings: £60,624 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 and £107.33 per Sunday shift
• Late shift attendance allowance £90.21 per week (1 in 3 weeks)

Shift pattern

39.5 hours per week on a 3-week rotating shift pattern:

• Week 1 - Early: 06:00-14:30 (Mon-Fri)
• Week 2 - Mids & Weekend: x3 days Mon-Fri 09:30-18:00, plus Saturday & Sunday 06:00-14:30 (with 2 days off mid-week)
• Week 3 - Late: 13:30-22:00 (Mon-Fri)

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