World Fuel Services Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Apprenticeship

Company Name: World Fuel Services
Type: Apprenticeship
Sector: Automotive
Application Deadline Date: 20/07/2026
Positions Available: 1

Location: Luton, LU2 9LY
Salary: £28,000.00 per year
Ref: VAC-17774
Start Date: 30/07/2026
Working Week: 40 hours, 8am - 4pm, Monday - Friday

Brief Description

As a Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician Apprentice, you will learn how to inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair heavy vehicles and specialist equipment. Working alongside experienced technicians, you will gain valuable hands-on experience while studying towards a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification.

Vacancy Detail

Training

You will work towards the Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard.

Training will include:

Practical workplace learning with support from experienced mentors
Online learning, workbooks, job cards, and virtual training sessions during working hours
Block-release training at the Automotive Training Academy in Derby every two months

All travel, accommodation, and meal costs associated with training will be fully covered by World Fuel Services.

What You'll Gain

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will achieve:

Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician Level 3 qualification
Industry-recognised skills and experience
Hands-on training in a live aviation support environment
Ongoing support and mentoring from experienced technicians
A clear pathway into a long-term engineering and maintenance career
Benefits
Competitive full-time salary from day one
Level 3 apprenticeship qualification
Medical and dental benefits
Travel opportunities across the UK
Structured training and career development
Experience working for a global industry leader
Opportunities for future progression within the business
About You

We are looking for individuals who are:

Enthusiastic and willing to learn
Interested in vehicles, engineering, or maintenance
Practical and enjoy solving problems
Able to work as part of a team
Looking for a long-term career opportunity
Hold a full UK driving licence

If you are ready to start an exciting career in heavy vehicle maintenance with a global organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications Required

• No previous automotive qualifications are needed.
• You must have GCSE 9-4 (A* - C) or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths

Personal Qualities

• Punctuality and good timekeeping.
• Workplace maturity and professionalism.
• Proactive attitude.
• Attention to detail and high standards of work.

Skills Required

You will need to be comfortable with a wide range of vehicles such as HGVs, trucks and buses. Being a Heavy Vehicle technician requires a reasonable level of physical strength and stamina.
• A logical approach to problem-solving.
• An enthusiasm to learn new practical and theoretical skills.

Future Prospects

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will achieve an automotive industry recognised qualification. After this World Fuel Services will continue to invest in your future, by providing training and development opportunities so you can excel in your role and further your skills and experience as a fully qualified Technician.

Other Information

Closing Dates: Please submit your application along with your CV as soon as possible to avoid disappointment; we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive enough applications.