Commercial Vehicle Technician

Brewers Decorator Centres; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle service provider in Eastbourne is seeking an experienced Commercial Vehicle Technician. The role involves performing services and repairs on vehicles, preparing them for inspections, and diagnosing faults. Ideal candidates will have prior experience, a full UK driving license, and excellent organisational skills. A comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary and extensive professional development opportunities, is offered.

Benefits

31 days holiday

Free life assurance

5% employer contribution to pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP service

Discounts on healthcare treatments

Colleague discounts on home improvements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar vehicle technician role.
• Full UK driving license required; Large Goods Driving Licence beneficial.
• Ability to multitask, plan workload, and work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Complete services and repairs to high standards.
• Prepare vehicles for Ministry annual testing.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems.
• Maintain workshop equipment.

Skills

Qualified Vehicle Technician / Mechanic

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Education

IRTEC registration

Job description

Hammonds Drive, Eastbourne

40 hours per week over 5 days

Monday to Friday

Benefits

Salary - Competitive salary plus pension and company benefits

We have a great opportunity for a Commercial Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join our Brewers Truck Centre based in Hammonds Drive, Eastbourne which is part of the DAF trucks dealership network providing services and support to various commercial vehicle operators within the Eastbourne and surrounding areas.

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Commercial Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to complete MOT preparation, routine inspections, and services to Manufacturers and IRTEC standards. Our team of six Vehicle Technician/Mechanic provide an essential service for our company vehicles as well as our external customers through our DAF approved workshop. You will be responsible for diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults and then completing the repair. Due to the nature of this role, it is essential that you hold a current full UK driving license.

Brewers DAF Truck Centre is a support function and part of C Brewer & Sons Ltd, the leader in the UK marketplace for supplying decorating materials and one of the Sunday Times Top Track 250 largest private companies who despite the present global challenges have a bold vision to grow further.

Ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 - Brewers Decorator Centres are the largest independent supplier of decorating materials supplying both trade and retail customers across the UK. Still a family-owned business, we are proud of our wonderful heritage of over 120 years in our industry and the growth of our network to over 250 stores nationwide in the Brewers Group. We place great emphasis on the development and growth of our colleagues - our mantra is to ‘help one another succeed’. To find out more about working with us visit www.Brewers.co.uk/careers

We understand that Neurodiverse candidates or candidates with a disability may need adjustments or extra support in the application or interview process - we are committed to providing every candidate the opportunity and environment in which to succeed and we will support any reasonable request where we can.

As a Commercial Vehicle Technician with Brewers, some responsibilities will include:

• Completing services and mechanical repairs to an agreed high standard
• Preparing and presenting vehicles for Ministry annual testing using the roadworthiness guidance and inspection sheets.
• Using clear logical thought in the diagnostic process of mechanical and electrical problem solving.
• Ensuring that all the workshop provided equipment is well maintained, making best use of all resources.
• Keeping up to date with new technologies and working procedures within the vehicle repair industry.
• Keeping up to date with trade developments in terms of both product knowledge and legislation.
• Be part of the rota to respond to out of hours call outs for roadside assistance.
• Attendance at DAF for product and technical training
  
  

Who We Are Looking For To Join The Team

• Qualified Vehicle Technician / Mechanic and IRTEC registered
• You will have previous proven experience in a similar role
• A driver with a Full UK Licence. A Large Goods Driving Licence would also be beneficial but not essential
• Excellent organisational skills and a forward thinker with the ability to multitask effectively, plan your own workload and work to deadlines
• A friendly and approachable manner with excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• You will understand the importance of working well as part of a team and be able to positively contribute towards the team environment
  
  

In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package consisting of:

• Competitive salary
• 31 days holiday including bank holidays increasing with service
• Free life assurance and 5% of your salary employer contribution to the pension plan (subject to employee contributions)
• Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Employee Assistance Programme - accessible to colleagues, partner/spouse and dependents
• Virtual GP service for yourself and any dependent children to be able to access unlimited medical advice when you need it
• Medicash, an optional funded scheme where you can claim money back for routine healthcare treatments
• Brewers Colleague discounts giving you huge savings on home improvements
• Discounts and rewards with selected partners - major high street brands, supermarkets etc
• Additional financial assistance such as Cycle to Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loans and Helping Hand Loan Scheme for times of crisis
• Staff uniform and uniform cleaning tax relief
• Comprehensive Induction Programme and ongoing development
• After a qualifying period, you will also be eligigible for additional benefits such as profit share scheme, enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay and a chance to use one of our two Company Holiday Homes
  
  

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click the Apply Now button on this page to complete the mandatory application form

Please note -this role may be removed from listings before the closing date if we are successful in finding an appointment.

Please ensure you fully complete the application process if you wish to be considered for this position. Due to the number of applications we receive we are unable to respond to any applicants that do not complete the process.

Other job titles associated with this role include Mechanic, Technician, Vehicle Technician, MET Technician, Commercial Technician.