DAFaid Technician

ADAMS MOREY LTD; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading DAF Truck dealership in Bournemouth is seeking a skilled DAFaid Technician to join their team. This role involves providing roadside assistance and emergency repairs, requiring strong diagnostic skills and experience as an HGV Technician. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a full-time schedule with competitive salary and various employee benefits including pension schemes, employee discounts, and career development pathways.

Benefits

Employee Assistance program

Mental Health First Aiders

Free Flu jabs

Free eye tests

Employee discounts

30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Free Independent mortgage advice

Pension Scheme

Career development pathways

Quarterly Star Awards

Free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as an HGV technician preferred.
• Full UK driving licence required; HGV licence preferred.
• Knowledge of DAF vehicles is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide roadside assistance and emergency repairs.
• Diagnose faults using diagnostic tools.
• Ensure all work meets DAF's standards.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills

Proven experience as an HGV Technician

Ability to work independently

Flexible approach to working hours

Education

Relevant Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Adams Morey , one of the UK's leading DAF Truck dealerships, is looking for a skilled and motivated DAFaid Technician to join our busy Bournemouth team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated commercial vehicle technician who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Salary : Competitive Salary with standby and call out enhancements

Hours :

Monday to Friday, 8.00 am to 4.30 pm basic, i.e. 40 hours per week

24 hour call outs including weekends (alternating weeks)

Other duties may be required of the post holder in addition to those listed above and below, to ensure that the requirements of the business are met at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide roadside assistance and emergency repairs to DAF vehicles.
• Diagnose faults quickly and efficiently using the latest diagnostic tools.
• Carry out repairs to the highest standards, ensuring customer safety and satisfaction.
• Maintain clear communication with the DAFaid Control Centre and customers.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with DAF's quality, safety and compliance standards.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as an HGV Technician.
• A relevant Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• A full UK driving licence (HGV licence preferred but not essential).
• A flexible approach to working hours, including call-out and shift patterns.
• The ability to work independently and represent Adams Morey with professionalism.

In return we'll offer

• Employee Assistance program
• Mental Health First Aiders within the business
• Free Flu jabs if you are ineligible through the NHS
• Free eye test plus £70 contribution towards glasses for display screen users
• Employee discounts on a range of products and services including holidays, days out and supermarket shops
• 30 days holiday including Bank Holidays rising by 1 day every 5 years capped at 33
• Free Independent mortgage advice service
• Pension Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice (if eligible)
• Staff Events
• Free parking
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Competitive Salaries
• Career development pathways and training
• Quarterly Star Awards

Who we are

Adams Morey is a part of the Greenhous Group which holds a position as one of the leading independent commercial enterprises in the UK. With 21 sites across the UK, Greenhous are one of the largest group across the network.

Adams Morey itself was launched in 1973 and has successfully built an extensive customer base in the truck and van marketplace along the south coast. With its company headquarters in Southampton, we are the main DAF truck dealers in the area offering sales, parts and servicing.

Job Type : Full-time

Benefits : Company events

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Financial planning services

Free flu jabs

Free parking

On-site parking

Sick pay

Store discount

Experience :

HGV technician : 2 years (preferred)

DAF aid : 1 year (preferred)

Licence / Certification :

HGV driving Licence (preferred)

Level 3 in heavy vehicle (preferred)

UK Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation :

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location : Hybrid remote in Bournemouth BH8 0BL