Location: Crick, Northampton, NN6 7GZ Salary : Up to £60,624 OTE 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 £2,736 Weekend Allowance (based on 1 in 3 weekends) o £1,532 Late Shift Allowance (based on 1 in 3 weeks) Total OTE: £60,624 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 Monday-Friday 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 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, clear progression into Senior, Master Tech, and Management roles. 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 C1 driving licence (CE 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. LI-POST LIMRT