HGV Mechanic

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 across 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:Competitive salary. (Saturdays and overtime paid at time and a half)£2,000 welcome bonus*30 days holiday (inc bank hols)Company sick payEmployee Assistance Programme (including private GP appointments).Based at one of our depots in Kent: AshfordAyleshamMaidstone Sevenoaks StroodHours: 40 hours a week plus overtimeAlternate shifts Monday – Friday plus Saturdays on a rota basisNight shift positions also available Key responsibilities include to: - Test vehicles and diagnose faultsRecognise and report vehicle/component defects or symptoms of impending failureService, adjust and repair vehicles/componentsComplete job recordsEssential 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 equivalentDriving licence (preferably HGV)Computer literateAbility to work well under pressureTeam playerAbility to use own initiativeLiteracy and numeracy skillsAttention to detailProblem solving skillsAvailable 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.

Created: 2025-08-01