Apprentice HGV Technician in Northampton

We’re recruiting HGV Technician Apprentices! We have ambitious plans in place to grow our business and transform the dairy industry. To meet those goals, we need people who can grow with us. People who want to learn something new every day; leaders who take responsibility and innovative thinkers who can see around the next corner.

Why Choose Müller Milk & Ingredients Distribution (MMiD)? One of the things that sets us apart is how our people can have a real impact on the business. With over 2600 colleagues and 13 locations throughout the UK, you’ll not only enjoy meaningful work but we’ll listen to your suggestions and act on them. This is a fast paced, agile environment where good ideas are quickly turned into actions. At the same time, you’ll enjoy a family culture where we are always investing in our people and processes. Our vision is to be the industry leading dairy logistics supplier, valued by our farmers and customers, delivering for our business, powered by our people.

What we can do for you? We’re recruiting HGV Technician Apprentices in our workshops to support our Technicians. MMiD is at the heart of our operations, and a HGV Technician apprenticeship in this area will give you a chance to experience working in one of the most exciting, fast paced industries – FMCG. As an apprentice HGV Technician in MMiD, you will learn how to inspect and maintain our HGV fleet to comply with Legal & Company Standards. Prepare vehicles for MOT Testing and transport to Test Centres as required. Plus record vehicle defects and keep accurate records of minor accident works carried out on each vehicle. It’s a hands-on role as you will be able to assist our workshop employees in all aspects of looking after our HGVs. You will need to learn about maintenance, a tidy workplace and Health and Safety processes and procedures to ensure you work safely within our workshops.

Role Details:

• Hours: Full-time, 40 hours / week; shift patterns to be agreed on completion of Year 1 but must be flexible, there will be an expectation of shift work and weekend work. Flexibility to travel is also required.

You will receive:

• Recognised Qualification: Level 3 Apprenticeship Certificate, with the potential progression to gain a HGV Class 1 license.
• Networking Opportunities: Join a community of Early Career employees, allowing for valuable connections and peer support.
• Competitive Salary and Benefits: Starting salary of £21,400, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), 2x Life Assurance, business supplied IT equipment, access to Aviva Digicare +, Exclusive access to Müller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts and more.

We’ll provide you with all the support you need to be the best you can be. We'll give you training, invest in your skills and offer you the next rung on your career ladder. We aim to empower our employees to be the best they can be – at Müller the sky’s the limit.

What you will bring?

• A passion to work in logistics.
• An infectious desire to drive your future and accelerate your career.
• A pro-active mindset with a willingness to learn.
• Attention to detail and strength of character to challenge the status quo.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• A collaborative spirit and willingness to build relationships at all levels.

Entry Requirements:

• GCSE’s: English & Maths at Grade C/4-5 or equivalent.
• Travel: Flexibility to travel to other Müller sites for the purpose of project work or learning activities with expenses covered.
• UK Residency: Eligibility to work in the UK and not be in any full-time education.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. At Müller, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. If you’re passionate, curious, and ready to learn — we’ll support you every step of the way.