Vehicle Mechanic — Army apprenticeship route

Join the Regular Army as a soldier and train to maintain vehicles, earning a Level 3 apprenticeship. Trade training is at Lyneham; service can involve postings and operations worldwide.

Pay

£27,282 / year from the start of training

Hours

Full-time Regular soldier; weekly hours not stated. Service postings and operations apply.

Start

Rolling recruitment; training date confirmed after selection.

Experience

Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship alongside soldier/trade training; not a civilian mechanic placement.

Requirements

GCSE A*–C/9–4 or Scottish National 5 A–C in English, Science and Maths. Role lists joining ages 16–36; apply at 15 years 7 months–35 years 6 months; Junior Soldier training from 16 years 6 months. General Army guidance requires enlistment before 36; confirm timing with recruiter. Eligible British nationality categories or Irish citizenship; Commonwealth applications currently closed except musicians. Under-18 parental consent. Medical, fitness, assessment and security checks.

Applications close

Not stated

Source checked

2026-11-03

Opportunities can close early. Confirm the current details with the employer. This is a summary, not the full employer advert.

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