Level 3 HGV Trailer Technician - Night Shift

Location: Crick, Northampton, NN6 7GZ
Salary : £66,215 guaranteed earnings, plus overtime opportunities

Are you an IMI Level 3 Vehicle Technician, HGV Mechanic, or Trailer Technician looking to upskill or specialise in Double Decker Trailers (DDTs)?

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
o     £40,906 Basic salary
o     £15,450 Defined Workshop allowance
o     £7,060 Night shift allowance
o     £2,799 Saturday supplement

Total earnings: £66,215 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
o    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
o    Service, maintain and repair trailers (including DDTs), HGVs and LCVs
o    Carry out PMIs, 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 is 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  
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 move in HGVs or Trailers, or develop your DDT skills? Join Royal Mail and build a long-term career in commercial vehicles. Apply now to secure a role in our new Midlands Super Hub workshop.

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