HGV Technician DAF Fast Track Program Southampton Service & Support

Hgvtraders; Southampton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Vehicle Technicians eager to transition into the HGV sector. This dynamic role offers a unique fast-track program that combines hands-on experience with comprehensive training at the DAF Training Academy. Over 16 weeks, you'll be mentored by experienced DAF Technicians while gaining essential skills in vehicle inspections, basic electrics, and servicing. With a supportive environment, free accommodation, and meals during training, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a thriving field. If you're ready to take your mechanical skills to the next level, this program is your gateway to success.

Benefits

In-house Training

Company Pension

On-site Parking

30 Days Holiday Including Bank Holidays

Free Conversion Course

Annual Pay Reviews

Overtime Paid at Time and a Half

Full Pay While Learning

Qualifications

• 3 years of mechanical experience required.
• Desire to transition to the HGV industry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Training in vehicle inspections and DAFcheck.
• Basic electrics, brakes, and servicing training.

Skills

Mechanical Experience

Team Player

Hard-working Attitude

Education

Light Vehicle Technician Qualification (minimum NVQ Level 2)

Job description

Experience: 3 years mechanical experience

Department: Service & Support

Job Description

HGV Technician DAF Fast Track Program – based at Redbridge

Are you a Vehicle Technician looking to progress to the Commercial sector?
Do you have a passion for all things technical and want to work on HGV vehicles?

We run a fast track program that trains and teaches you all things HGV, learning will be a mix of on-site learning and bespoke training at DAF Training Academy in Haddenham. Whilst on site at our Dealership, you will be partnered with experienced DAF Technicians and be allocated a mentor to observe and shadow. Whilst at the Training academy, you will benefit from bespoke DAF training delivered by in house training experts and be provided free food and accommodation whilst learning.

The fast-track programme spans over a 16-week period that consists of 4 blocks and then a final IRTEC assessment done at our Dealership.

Salary: £13.00 per hour, with regular increases

Working hours:

Responsibilities:

1. Vehicle Inspections training and introduction to DAFcheck.
2. Basic Electrics.
3. Basic Brakes.
4. Basic Servicing.
5. IRTEC accreditation.

Ideally, we are looking for:

1. The desire to convert current experience to the HGV industry.
2. A Light Vehicle Technician qualification (minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent).
3. A minimum of 3 years mechanical experience.
4. Be a good Team player and have a hard-working attitude.

In return we’ll offer:

1. In house Training.
2. Pay for your Class 1 & 2 Licenses (1 try only).
3. Company pension.
4. On-site parking.
5. 30 days Holiday* Including bank holidays.
6. DAF product Training.
7. Overtime.
8. Free conversion course at a state-of-the-art training school in Haddenham.
9. Full pay whilst learning.
10. Annual pay reviews.
11. DAF product training once transitioned.
12. Overtime available paid at time and a half.

Additional Benefits

• Company Pension

About the Company

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 groups 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.