HGV Mechanic

Job DescriptionAre 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 payDeath in Service BenefitFree Parking on SiteEmployee Assistance Programme (including private GP appointments).Based at one of our depots in Kent:AshfordAyleshamMaidstoneSevenoaksStroodHours:40 hours a week plus overtimeAlternate shifts Monday Friday plus Saturdays on a rota basisNight shift positions also availableKey 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 mechanicsQualification 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 overtimeDesirable 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: 2025-10-10