Heavy Vehicle Maintenance Technician Apprentice

STEPHENSON COMMERCIALS LTD

Darlington (DL1 2PE)

Closes in 13 days (Tuesday 17 November 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 3 November 2026

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Summary

As an apprentice you will help keep our customer's fleets on the road, supporting our commitment to excellence in the transport sector. In this vital role, you will be supporting diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy goods vehicles to ensure optimal performance and safety.

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 4.30pm, with day release to college.

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 24 November 2026

Duration

3 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Main responsibilities:

  • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using advanced diagnostic equipment and problem-solving skills
  • Perform routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and major/minor repairs on a variety of HGVs, trailers, and other commercial vehicles
  • Prepare vehicles for annual MOT and VOSA inspections, ensuring all work meets the highest standards
  • Complete all required documentation, service reports accurately and efficiently
  • Adhere to all health and safety guidelines and maintain a clean and safe working environment
  • Participate in ongoing training and development to keep pace with industry advancements and new vehicle technology
  • Opportunity to take courses and improve skills

Where you'll work

2 Forge Way
Darlington
DL1 2PE

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

DARLINGTON COLLEGE

Training course

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Carry out the basic tasks with tools and equipment common to all procedures involving basic mechanical and electrical procedures related to HV
  • The ability to keep updated with emerging new technologies within the HV industry.
  • Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop and adhere to the company and legislative processes.
  • Access specific and related HV technical information appropriately.
  • The ability to service, inspect and maintain HVs and trailers to meet company, Driver and vehicle standards agency (DVSA) and manufacturers’ standards.
  • Use a range of diagnostic and electrical measuring equipment to identify faults and underlying causes on HV’s.
  • Successfully inspect and prepare vehicles and trailers to meet DVSA standards prescribed in the tester’s manual.
  • Carry out final quality checks before handover to the customer without supervision.
  • Apply advanced diagnostic principles and logical/problem solving techniques and regimes.
  • Maintain records to company and operators’ licence obligations and regulation.
  • To be able to communicate effectively in both oral and written mediums both internally and with customers on a range of topics that will support, HV inspection and diagnosing techniques.

Training schedule

  • Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician Level 3 (A level) - 4 days with employer and day release at College
  • Location – Stephenson Commercials Limited, 2 Forge Way, Darlington DL1 2PE
  • Working 5 days per week inclusive of 1 day release for study at Darlington College

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4/C)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Team working
  • Punctual, timekeeping
  • Workplace maturity
  • Professionalism
  • Proactive
  • High standards
  • Inquisitive
  • Willingness to learn
  • Prioritise workload
  • Eager to learn
  • Multitasking

Other requirements

  • Please note that in line with UK apprenticeship regulations, you must have a valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England. This should cover the entire expected term of learning and residency should be held for a minimum of 3 years, exceptions may apply please see Apprenticeship funding rules for full guidance.
  • Applicants who obtained their GCSE qualifications outside the UK must hold a Statement of Comparability certificate demonstrating equivalence to UK GCSE standards.
  • Need to be comfortable with a wide range of heavy goods vehicles and trailers.
  • Have a reasonable level of physical strength and stamina

About this employer

Stephenson Commercials is a small, friendly company experiencing rapid growth, dedicated to serving the transport industry with reliable and efficient vehicle maintenance and repair services. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive team environment and delivering top-quality workmanship

https://stephensoncommercials.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Upon successful completion of the Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3 you will have gained a nationally recognised qualification. There may be an opportunity to secure a long-term position after successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

DARLINGTON COLLEGE

Paul Clark

pclark@darlington.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000062404.

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Closes in 13 days (Tuesday 17 November 2026 at 11:59pm)