Channel Commercials PLC

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 pay Employee Assistance Programme (including private GP appointments). Based at one of our depots in Kent: Ashford Aylesham Maidstone Sevenoaks Strood Hours: 40 hours a week plus overtime Alternate shifts Monday - Friday plus Saturdays on a rota basis Night shift positions also available 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: £16.00-£21.00 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: HGV Licence (preferred) NVQ Level 3 (preferred) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person