Commercial Vehicle Technician
Company
SAGA Truck and Van
Location
Tonbridge
Employment Hours
Full Time
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£20 Per Hour
Job Requirements/Description
Hours - 40 hours per week Monday - Friday on a rotating 6am to 2pm shift then 2pm to 10pm shift
Salary - Up to £20 per hour with the opportunity to work additional overtime £2000 Signing on bonus after completion of 6 month probation, direct applicants only (Non Agency). Paid in 2 instalments at 6 months and 1 year.
Location - Tonbridge
Reporting to the Workshop Controller, you will be responsible for carrying out maintenance and service routines, repairs and testing of vehicles in a professional and safe manner. You need to be a team player, able to work to deadlines and have the ability to use your own initiative.
The successful candidate must have experience working in this sector and a passion for great customer service. Main dealer or fleet experience is advantageous however main dealer training is available to the successful candidate.
If interested, we offer
A £2,000 signing-on bonus (for direct applicants) and a performace bonus of up to £1500 per year
Unrivalled, professional learning potential via the Mercedes Benz Technical Pathway
Working in a clean and modern workshop with a collaborative team
Honing and developing diverse skills, working on the latest vehicles and technology
Being truly respected as a team player
Joining a flagship brand with a people-focused culture
This Technician role is based in our Tonbridge workshop, SAGA Truck & Van offers huge resources for professional growth. Across electrics, engines, diagnostics, and management, you'll have access to courses and qualifications.
What we are looking for
HGV experience - at least three years of industry experience specific to HGVs
Ideally Level 3 in City & Guilds or IMI Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Qualified, or equivalent experience
Computer literate: comfortable using smart devices to log and upload documentation
This is a rich and varied role, inclusive of engine rebuilds, maintenance and services, and signing vehicles off as roadworthy. You also need to log your work, digitally, on the job, as you do it.
Additional benefits
Performance-based bonus scheme of up to £1,500 a year
Regular overtime opportunities, paid at time-and-a-half
Standout learning and development opportunities via the Mercedes Benz Technical Pathway
24 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays on top (Prorated for compressed hours)
Company pension (Royal London) via a salary sacrifice scheme
£20,000 death in service benefit
Free staff parking
Access to free, independent advice on finance, health, and wellbeing
Company Healthcare Cashback Scheme, with a wellbeing programme via Simply Health
Access to Hastee, a scheme that enables you to access a portion of your earned pay when you need it, on-demand.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by management.
If you meet the qualifications above and are looking for a challenging career opportunity as an HGV Technician, we encourage you to apply.
SAGA Truck and Van Ltd are committed to continuing its policy of equality in all aspects of employment and service delivery.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Additional pay:
Performance bonus
Signing bonus
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Tonbridge TN10: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
Commercial Vehicle repair: 3 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Salary - Up to £20 per hour with the opportunity to work additional overtime £2000 Signing on bonus after completion of 6 month probation, direct applicants only (Non Agency). Paid in 2 instalments at 6 months and 1 year.
Location - Tonbridge
Reporting to the Workshop Controller, you will be responsible for carrying out maintenance and service routines, repairs and testing of vehicles in a professional and safe manner. You need to be a team player, able to work to deadlines and have the ability to use your own initiative.
The successful candidate must have experience working in this sector and a passion for great customer service. Main dealer or fleet experience is advantageous however main dealer training is available to the successful candidate.
If interested, we offer
A £2,000 signing-on bonus (for direct applicants) and a performace bonus of up to £1500 per year
Unrivalled, professional learning potential via the Mercedes Benz Technical Pathway
Working in a clean and modern workshop with a collaborative team
Honing and developing diverse skills, working on the latest vehicles and technology
Being truly respected as a team player
Joining a flagship brand with a people-focused culture
This Technician role is based in our Tonbridge workshop, SAGA Truck & Van offers huge resources for professional growth. Across electrics, engines, diagnostics, and management, you'll have access to courses and qualifications.
What we are looking for
HGV experience - at least three years of industry experience specific to HGVs
Ideally Level 3 in City & Guilds or IMI Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Qualified, or equivalent experience
Computer literate: comfortable using smart devices to log and upload documentation
This is a rich and varied role, inclusive of engine rebuilds, maintenance and services, and signing vehicles off as roadworthy. You also need to log your work, digitally, on the job, as you do it.
Additional benefits
Performance-based bonus scheme of up to £1,500 a year
Regular overtime opportunities, paid at time-and-a-half
Standout learning and development opportunities via the Mercedes Benz Technical Pathway
24 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays on top (Prorated for compressed hours)
Company pension (Royal London) via a salary sacrifice scheme
£20,000 death in service benefit
Free staff parking
Access to free, independent advice on finance, health, and wellbeing
Company Healthcare Cashback Scheme, with a wellbeing programme via Simply Health
Access to Hastee, a scheme that enables you to access a portion of your earned pay when you need it, on-demand.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by management.
If you meet the qualifications above and are looking for a challenging career opportunity as an HGV Technician, we encourage you to apply.
SAGA Truck and Van Ltd are committed to continuing its policy of equality in all aspects of employment and service delivery.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Additional pay:
Performance bonus
Signing bonus
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Tonbridge TN10: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
Commercial Vehicle repair: 3 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Company
SAGA Truck and Van
Location
Tonbridge
Employment Hours
Full Time
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£20 Per Hour