HGV Technician - Salisbury

DAF Trucks UK; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DAF Trucks UK is seeking an HGV Technician to perform servicing and repairs on HGV vehicles. The role involves diagnosing mechanical issues and working collaboratively within a team. In return, the company offers competitive hourly pay, a pension scheme, and various employee benefits including career development pathways.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Free eye tests plus a £70 contribution towards glasses

30 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Salary sacrifice options

Free parking

Annual pay review

Career development pathways and training

Qualifications

• Experience with DAF vehicles is advantageous but not required.
• A full Driving Licence; HGV Licence is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform servicing and repairs on HGV vehicles.
• Diagnose defects and resolve mechanical issues.
• Work collaboratively within a team to achieve operational goals.

Skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Education

Previous experience as an HGV Technician

Job description

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.00 am to 4.30 pm, i.e., 40 hours per week with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

Salary: £17.50 to £19.50 per hour (dependent on experience)

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform servicing and repairs on HGV vehicles, adhering to the quality standards set by DAF and the Commercial Motor Industry.
• Use your expertise to diagnose defects and accurately identify and resolve mechanical issues.
• Work collaboratively within a team to achieve operational goals.
• Approach technical problems proactively and positively to ensure smooth workshop operations.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues, documenting repair processes and progress effectively.
• Follow company and dealer procedures, meet and exceed targets, report opportunities for improvement, and participate in training to develop skills.

Ideally, we are looking for:

• Previous experience as an HGV Technician.
• A full Driving Licence; HGV Licence is beneficial but not essential.
• Experience with DAF vehicles is advantageous but not required.
• A positive “can-do” attitude.
• Team player.

In return, we offer:

• Employee Assistance Program.
• Mental Health First Aiders within the business.
• Free flu jabs if ineligible through the NHS.
• Free eye tests plus a £70 contribution towards glasses for display screen users.
• 30 days holiday including Bank Holidays, increasing by 1 day every 5 years, capped at 33 days.
• Free independent mortgage advice service.
• Pension scheme.
• Salary sacrifice options (if eligible).
• Staff events.
• Free parking.
• Annual pay review.
• Career development pathways and training.
• Quarterly Star Awards.

About Adams Morey: Established in 1973, Adams Morey has built an extensive customer base in the truck and van marketplace along the south coast. Based in Southampton, we are the main DAF truck dealer in the area, offering sales, parts, and servicing.

Part of the Greenhous Group: Greenhous is one of the UK's leading independent commercial enterprise groups, with 21 sites across the country, making it one of the largest networks in the sector.