Vehicle Maintenance Apprentice

Overview

Fleet Maintenance Level 3 Apprenticeship

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
.

• Our three-year programme, starting in September 2026
  , combines hands-on training with classroom learning.
• Earn an IMI NVQ Level 3 in either LCV or HGV vehicle Maintenance and Repair (depending on work location).
• Comprehensive training delivered by an industry-leading provider (travel and accommodation included).
• Starting salary of £17,997 increasing annually.
• Starter toolkit, PPE, and invaluable experience working with Royal Mail’s state-of-the-art fleet.

With a fleet of 50,000 vehicles, including 6,000 HGVs and trailers
, and 5000+ 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 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.

• Industry-Leading Workshop Network: 110 locations, the largest independently owned workshop network in the UK.
• Award-Winning Team:
  Recognised for innovation, efficiency, and commitment to reducing carbon emissions.

Successful graduates will have the opportunity to apply for a Vehicle Technician role, contributing to our mission of maintaining a cleaner, more efficient fleet.

To apply, you’ll need:

• Three GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths, English, and Science at grade C/4 or higher.

Once you’ve applied for the role, we’ll carry out eligibility checks to confirm whether you’ll be invited to a face-to-face assessment centre.

We’re committed to an exceptional apprentice experience with real career opportunities for both young people and adults. Royal Mail Group is an inclusive employer with equality, diversity and fairness  welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to promoting fair participation and equality of opportunity for all applicants. Royal Mail Group supports inclusion and transparent recruitment; adjustments during hiring can be discussed with your recruiter.

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Closing Date: 2nd March 2026. Please note, this advert may close early if the appropriate number of applications has been reached.