Senior Heavy Vehicle Technician: Diagnose, Repair & Overtime

Daf Trucks Uk Ltd; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial vehicle manufacturer is seeking a Commercial Vehicle Technician in Sevenoaks, Kent. The role involves testing vehicles, diagnosing faults, servicing, and repairing heavy vehicles, with salary potential over £50k annually due to regular overtime. Candidates should have relevant mechanical experience, a driving licence, and strong problem-solving skills. Benefits include sickness pay, 30 days holiday, a company pension scheme, and a £2,000 Welcome Bonus.

Benefits

Sickness pay

30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

Company pension scheme

£2,000 Welcome Bonus

Qualifications

• Previous experience in mechanics, preferably in heavy vehicle.
• Driving licence, preferably HGV.
• Desirable: DAF trucks mechanical experience.

Responsibilities

• Test vehicles and diagnose faults.
• Recognise and report vehicle/component defects.
• Service, adjust and repair vehicles/components.
• Complete job records.
• Order replacement parts.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Attention to detail

Team player

Computer literate

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in vehicle maintenance and repair

Job description

A leading commercial vehicle manufacturer is seeking a Commercial Vehicle Technician in Sevenoaks, Kent. The role involves testing vehicles, diagnosing faults, servicing, and repairing heavy vehicles, with salary potential over £50k annually due to regular overtime. Candidates should have relevant mechanical experience, a driving licence, and strong problem-solving skills. Benefits include sickness pay, 30 days holiday, a company pension scheme, and a £2,000 Welcome Bonus.