HGV Trailer Technician Mechanic - Training Provided
at Royal Mail Group UK Skilled Worker EmployerLocation: Crick, Northampton, NN6 7GZ
Salary: £60,624 per annum guaranteed earnings (£40,906 basic salary plus shift and workshop allowances), with additional overtime opportunities
Are you a 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
o £40,906 basic salary
o £15,450 Defined Workshop allowance
o £2,736 Weekend Allowance (based on 1 in 3 weekends)
o £1,532 Late Shift Allowance (based on 1 in 3 weeks)
Total earnings: £60,624 per annum
Overtime and shift allowances
o Overtime at £27.79 per hour (£29.78 per hour on bank holidays)
o Weekend bonus supplement of £53.66 per Saturday shift and £107.33 per Sunday shift
o 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:
o Week 1 - Early: 06:00-14:30 (Mon-Fri)
o 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)
o Week 3 - Late: 13:30-22:00 (Mon-Fri)
What you'll be doing
o Service, maintain and repair trailers (including DDTs), HGVs and LCVs
o Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMIs), vehicle inspections, diagnostics & fault-finding
o Work in a modern, well-equipped workshop, using both specialist tooling and your own tools for maintenance
o 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:
o Double Decker Trailer (DDT) training
o MOT & Inspection standards
o LOLER certification
o Advanced vehicle diagnostics
o Electric HGV maintenance training
Plus, progression opportunities into supervisory and management roles are available.
Benefits
o 22.5 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising with service
o Option to buy extra leave days
o Excellent company-matched pension scheme
o Variety of voluntary benefits and company discounts
o Full PPE & uniform provided (including overalls and steel toe capped boots)
o Modern workshop environment
o Ongoing training & development
Who we're looking for
o IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic (heavy vehicle maintenance) or equivalent recognised vehicle maintenance qualification
o Experience in vehicle maintenance or trailer work
o Interest in DDT / HGV progression (if not already qualified)
o Full manual UK driving licence (C1, C+E desirable, not essential)
o Flexible to service demands and able to work on a shift rota
o 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.
Apply now to secure a role in our new Midlands Super Hub workshop.
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