Vehicle Maintenance Apprenticeship

Royal Mail Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites you to kickstart your career as a Vehicle Maintenance Apprentice. This exciting opportunity offers a comprehensive three-year program, blending practical training with classroom learning, leading to an IMI NVQ Level 3 qualification. You’ll join a renowned team dedicated to maintaining a vast fleet of vehicles, including cutting-edge electric models. With a starting salary of £17,272 and additional benefits like a starter toolkit and PPE, this apprenticeship promises invaluable experience and a pathway to a rewarding career in vehicle maintenance. If you’re eager to learn and grow in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect chance for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Training

Starter toolkit

PPE

Travel and accommodation included

Qualifications

• Three GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science at grade C/4 or higher.
• Passion for mechanics and vehicle maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a three-year training program combining hands-on and classroom learning.
• Work on routine servicing and major rebuilds of vehicles.

Skills

Mechanics

Vehicle Maintenance

Problem Solving

Education

GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science

Tools

PPE

Starter toolkit

Job description

Royal Mail Fleet Advanced Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship - Oxford

Job reference: 322730

Vehicle Maintenance Apprenticeship at Royal Mail: Start Your Journey!

Are you passionate about mechanics and ready to launch a rewarding career? Royal Mail offers a unique opportunity to join one of the UK’s largest and most respected fleet operators as a Vehicle Maintenance Apprentice.

With a fleet of 50,000 vehicles, including 6,000 HGVs and trailers, and 5,000+ alternative fuels such as EVs and hydrogen fuel, Royal Mail is a leader in the industry. Our dedicated team of vehicle technicians ensures the fleet runs efficiently, handling everything from routine servicing to major rebuilds and modifications while embracing cutting-edge vehicle technology, including the largest electric fleet of final delivery vehicles in the UK.

Why Choose Royal Mail?

• Industry-Leading Workshop Network: With 110 locations, we are the largest independently owned workshop network in the UK.
• Award-Winning Team: Recognised for innovation, efficiency, and commitment to reducing carbon emissions.

Our three-year programme, starting in September 2025, combines hands-on training with classroom learning, preparing apprentices to achieve an IMI NVQ Level 3 in either HGV or LCV Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

• Comprehensive Training: Delivered by an industry-leading provider at Remit’s Academy in Derby (travel and accommodation included).
• Earn While You Learn: Starting salary of £17,272 increasing annually.
• Additional Benefits: Starter toolkit, PPE, and invaluable experience working with Royal Mail’s state-of-the-art fleet.

Your Future with Royal Mail

Successful graduates will have the opportunity to apply for a Vehicle Technician role, contributing to our mission of maintaining a cleaner, more efficient fleet.

Entry Requirements

To apply, you will need:

• Three GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths, English, and Science at grade C/4 or higher.

If you think this could be just the thing for you – apply now.

Next Steps

Once you have applied for the role you will be asked to register onto Remit’s website, who will then perform eligibility checks to confirm if you are to be invited to a face-to-face assessment centre.