Trainee Commercial & Van Mechanic Path to HGV

• Basic Salary: £31,000 – £35,000 basic per annum (Tailored scale aligned directly to your experience level)
• Overtime Rate: Generous overtime paid at 1.5x rate (£22.50+ per hour) to boost your annual take-home pay
• Hours & Shift Patterns: 45 hours per week with a choice of tailored shift patterns (
  Early Shift: 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM OR Late Shift: 1:30 PM – 10:00 PM)
• Perks & Welfare: 28 days holiday allowance (20 days + bank holidays), workplace pension scheme, full high-spec uniform provided, and free secure on-site parking
• Training & HGV Progression: Fully funded EV/Hybrid technical certifications plus a clear, structured long-term pathway to step up and train into high-earning HGV Commercial Technician roles
• Workshop Scope: Fleet maintenance, routine servicing, preventative maintenance inspections (PMIs), safety checks, and minor mechanical repairs on modern light commercial vehicle (LCV) fleets

We are a leading regional commercial vehicle specialist operating a state-of-the-art facility near Dartford. We focus on modern fleet maintenance, offering a structured, professional, zero-corporate-stress environment backed by major manufacturer training, top-tier diagnostic equipment, and genuine career progression into heavy commercials and high-voltage EV tech.

Seeking an ambitious Trainee Commercial & Van Mechanic with at least 6 months of garage, fleet, or workshop experience who wants to build a long-term, high-earning career in commercial vehicle and heavy transport maintenance.

• Experience: Minimum 6+ months of experience working in an automotive garage, van fleet, or commercial workshop setting.
• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Light or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (or currently studying towards Level
  3).
• Mindset: Strong desire to upskill into commercial fleet repairs and eventually step up to HGV vehicle maintenance.
• Essentials: Full UK driving licence & basic hand tools.

• Base: Crayford / Dartford area (Free secure on-site parking)
• Road Links: Strategic position directly along the main A2 corridor with immediate access to the M25 (Junctions 1A/1B) and the Dartford Crossing.
• Public Transport: Excellent rail connections via Crayford station (direct southeastern links) alongside frequent local bus routes across North Kent.
• Commutable From: Dartford, Crayford, Erith, Bexleyheath, Sidcup, Gravesend, Swanley, and Welling.

Every advert we run includes an "About Us" section so you know exactly who we are, how we value our staff, and why our commercial technicians enjoy market-leading pay, paid HGV upskilling, and lucrative 1.5x overtime.