Are you made for DAF?
Channel Commercials is an established and leading heavy commercial vehicle dealer in Kent, providing sales, parts and servicing for DAF Trucks in the South-East.
We have excellent opportunities for Commercial Vehicle Technicians at our depots in Kent. The successful applicants will have the chance to undertake technical training and progress their career with a structured manufacturer.
We are also offering a welcome bonus of £2,000 for successful candidates who join us as Commercial Vehicle Technicians in response to this advert.
Benefits:
£2,000 welcome bonus
Overtime paid at time and a half
30 days holiday (inc bank hols)
Company sick pay
Employee Assistance Programme (including private GP appointments).
Hours:
40 hours a week plus overtime
Monday - Friday + Sat mornings
Key responsibilities include to: -
Test vehicles and diagnose faults
Recognise and report vehicle/component defects or symptoms of impending failure
Service, adjust and repair vehicles/components
Complete job records
Essential Qualities include:-
Previous experience in heavy vehicle mechanics
Qualification in vehicle maintenance and repair (preferably heavy vehicle) eg City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3) or equivalent
Driving licence (preferably HGV)
Computer literate
Ability to work well under pressure
Team player
Ability to use own initiative
Literacy and numeracy skills
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Available for overtime
Desirable Qualities include:-
DAF trucks mechanical experience
To be paid in two instalments, £1000 after 6 months successful performance, and £1000 after 12 months successful performance. Direct applicants only. Agency referrals are excluded .
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £15.00-£20.26 per hour
Benefits:
Company pension
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site parking
Sick pay
Experience:
Commercial Vehicle Technician: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
NVQ Level 3 (preferred)
HGV Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person