HGV Mechanic Apprentice

• East Suffolk Services Limited
• Address: Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 2EF
• Salary: Year 1 - 8.47 per hour Year 2 -11.44 per hour
• Hours: Full Time 40 hours per week
• Contract: Fixed term apprenticeship for 3 years

Be part of a dynamic team that makes a difference

At East Suffolk Services we proudly deliver a wide range of essential local services that support the lives of over a quarter of a million residents and thousands of businesses across our district.

Were a new growing organisationfull of energy ambition and purpose. As part of our team youll play an important role in helping us shape high-quality efficient services that people rely on every single day.

This is more than just a job. This is a fantastic opportunity to support and give back to your local community.

We currently have an opportunity to join our Fleet Maintenance teamas an HGV Mechanic Apprentice.

Your role

Working closely with qualified mechanics you will assist with repairs MOTs and scheduled maintenance to company owned and private vehicles ensuring they are safe for use. Assisting with the accurate completion of documentation whilst providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers will help you to develop your skills in this field.

As part of the role you will operate various types of workshop equipment such as hydraulic and lifting equipment welding and abrasive wheels grinders in accordance with Safe Working Practices (full training will be given).

You can expect:

• A fully funded and supported Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (level 3) apprenticeship qualification.
• A varied and exciting role where you will learn and grow in this field
• Working closely with qualified mechanics youll gain experience in a fast-paced and practical environment
• Youll be surrounded by a supportive and motivated team

What you will need:

• A keen interest in learning about vehicle mechanics good practical problem-solving skills effective communication and interpersonal skills and good team-working qualities.
• Entry onto the apprenticeship requires you to have 4 GCSEs including Maths and English 9-3/A-E or Functional Skills Level 1.

If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role even if you dont meet all essential requirements please do apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Do you have the skills experience or potential to succeed in this role If so wed love to hear from you.

Thinking of joining us Heres why you should

At East Suffolk Services we truly value our employees. We understand that the backbone of any companys success will always be its people and that our continued success depends on recognising talented individuals supporting their development and retaining them within our organisation. Thats why we are committed to making East Suffolk Services a great place to work.

We value our staff

In addition to a competitive salary we offer a comprehensive package of benefits designed to support your health development and lifestyle.

These include:

• A top-tier health and wellbeing package through Canada Life one of the UKs leading providers including online access to UK-based GPs and dentists plus life insurance.
• A competitive matched pension scheme through Royal London.
• Access to a wide range of support networks and wellbeing initiatives including mental health resources and specialist counselling.
• Learning and development opportunities tailored to your role and personal goals.
• Exclusive discounts on the latest tech (smartphones TVs laptops) holidays and travel fashion health and beauty and more.
• A car benefit scheme and cycle to work scheme to support your commute in a way that suits you.

For more information

For an informal discussion regarding this post please contact Carl Garrard by calling .

Want to find out more If you would like to visit us for an informal drop-in session so you can see the workshop facilities meet the managers and get a feel for the depot then please give us a call to arrange we will fit around your work commitments so can offer a drop-in early morning evening or weekend.

Closing date: 11.30pm 5 October 2025.

Interview date: Week commencing 13 October 2025.