Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3) Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician
Role overview
Heavy Vehicle Technicians keep the UK’s transport and logistics industry on the move. Apprentices will learn to service, inspect and repair large vehicles (N2 and N3 category) such as lorries, buses, and trailers, ensuring safety, reliability, and performance.
Apprentices develop the advanced mechanical and diagnostic skills needed to maintain complex vehicle systems, from engines and transmissions to hydraulics, air brakes, and electrical circuits.
You’ll learn how to:
- Service, inspect and repair heavy vehicles and trailers to industry and DVSA standards
- Use advanced diagnostic tools to identify and resolve complex mechanical and electrical faults
• Work with chassis, braking, fuel, and suspension systems Follow safety and environmental regulations, including Operator’s (O) Licence requirements
- Maintain accurate service and inspection records
- Deliver excellent customer communication and support within workshop or roadside environments
Apprentices typically work in manufacturer dealerships, independent workshops, fleet operators, or logistics depots, combining hands-on technical work with strong problem-solving and commercial awareness.
Typical roles include Heavy Vehicle Technician, Fleet Maintenance Engineer, or Service Technician.
Where can you work?
Heavy Vehicle Technicians are employed across:
• Commercial vehicle dealerships and repair networks
- Haulage and logistics companies
• Public transport and emergency service fleets
- Construction, utilities, and municipal vehicle operations
This pathway builds skilled, adaptable technicians who keep heavy vehicles safe, efficient, and road-ready for industries that drive the economy.
Progression opportunities
After completing this apprenticeship, learners can progress to roles such as Master Technician, Workshop Supervisor, or Fleet Maintenance Manager, or continue their training through higher-level automotive or engineering qualifications.
Completion of the programme also provides eligibility for Engineering Technician (EngTech) registration with a recognised professional body.
