Vehicle Maintenance Apprenticeship

Vehicle Maintenance Apprenticeship, Swindon

Client: Royal Mail

Location: Swindon, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 33e903682597

Job Views: 10

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description

Royal Mail Fleet Advanced Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship - Swindon

Job reference: 322732

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 over 5,000 vehicles using alternative fuels such as EVs and hydrogen, 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

• 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 on Remit’s website, which will then perform eligibility checks to determine if you are invited to a face-to-face assessment centre.

Remit Training is an Ofsted Grade 1 provider, recognised for its outstanding leadership and management, and focused on providing real career opportunities for learners of all ages. They work closely with industry bodies and employers to ensure relevant, effective training with a high return on investment.

Training is tailored to meet the needs of each learner and employer, with excellent support throughout.

Royal Mail values diversity and inclusion, actively promoting a positive work environment through employee network groups. We are committed to inclusion and welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners. If you require adjustments during the application or hiring process, please share details in your application.

For more about Royal Mail Group and our values, visit: Royal Mail Group