Entry Level · Level 3
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Earn a guaranteed £66,215 per annum as an IMI Level 3 qualified HGV/Trailer Technician, with overtime and shift allowances.
- Work a full-time night shift pattern (39.5 hours/week) in a new, state-of-the-art workshop at the Midlands Super Hub.
- Receive specialist training in Double Decker Trailers, MOTs, diagnostics, and electric HGV maintenance.
- Benefit from a comprehensive package including 22.5 days holiday, company-matched pension, and progression opportunities.
About the Role
Royal Mail Fleet is seeking qualified HGV Technicians, HGV Mechanics, or Trailer Technicians to join their new, state-of-the-art 16-bay trailer workshop at the Midlands Super Hub.
What You'll Earn
- Basic Salary: £40,906 per annum
- Workshop Allowance: £15,450 per annum
- Night Shift Allowance: £7,060 per annum
- Saturday Supplement: £2,799 per annum
- Total Guaranteed Earnings: £66,215 per annum
- Overtime: £27.79 per hour ( £29.78 per hour on bank holidays)
- Weekend Bonus: £53.66 per Saturday shift
- Night Attendance Allowance: £588.41 per month
Shift Pattern
- Hours: 39.5 hours per week
- Schedule: Monday - Saturday, 21:30 - 06:00
What You'll Be Doing
- Service, maintain, and repair trailers (including Double Decker Trailers - DDTs), HGVs, and LCVs.
- Perform PMIs, inspections, diagnostics, and fault-finding.
- Utilise specialist tooling and personal tools for maintenance in a modern workshop.
- Play a crucial role in maintaining one of the UK's largest fleets.
Training & Progression
Royal Mail actively invests in technician development:
- Double Decker Trailer (DDT) training
- MOT & Inspection standards
- LOLER certification
- Advanced vehicle diagnostics
- Electric HGV maintenance training
Progression opportunities into Supervisory and Management roles are available.
Benefits
- 22.5 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing 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).
- Flexibility to service demands and work on a shift rota.
- A team player with pride in their workmanship.
Apply now to secure a role in our new Midlands Super Hub workshop.