HGV Technician (Night shift)
HGV Traders
About the role
Location: SittingbourneHours of work: 50 hours a week - Monday to Friday working 8pm - 6amSalary: Up to £21 per hour | £2000 signing-on bonus after completion of 6-month probation, direct applicants only (Non Agency)We're thrilled to announce our exciting rebrand from Sparshatt Truck and Van to SAGA Truck and Van! While our name has changed, our commitment to excellence remains the same. As a dedicated Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicle dealership, we continue to deliver the highest standards of service you expect.Come be a part of our journey and grow with us at SAGA Truck and Van!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 offerA £2,000 signing-on bonus (for direct applicants, Non Agency) and a performance bonus of up to £1500 per yearUnrivalled, professional learning potential via the Mercedes Benz Technical PathwayWorking in a clean and modern workshop with a collaborative team of 20 techniciansHoning and developing diverse skills, working on the latest vehicles and technologyJoining a flagship brand but also a family-run business with a people-focused cultureThis HGV Technician role is based in our Sittingbourne 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 forHGV experience – at least three years of industry experience specific to HGVsIdeally Level 3 in City & Guilds or IMI Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Qualified, or equivalent experienceComputer literate: comfortable using smart devices to log and upload documentationThis 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 benefitsRegular overtime opportunities, paid at time-and-a-halfStandout learning and development opportunities via the Mercedes Benz Technical PathwayIn-house staff gym at Dartford Depot (free to use) or discount to a multi gym membership with Hussle24 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 benefitFree staff parkingAccess to free, independent advice on finance, health, and wellbeingCompany Healthcare Cashback Scheme, with a wellbeing programme via Simply HealthAccess to Hastee, a scheme that enables you to access a portion of your earned pay when you need it, on-demand.Interested?Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you.SAGA Truck and Van Ltd are committed to continuing its policy of equality in all aspects of employment and service delivery.Job Type: Full-timePay: Up to £21.00 per hourAbility to commute/relocate: Sittingbourne ME10 3RN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Experience: HGV repair and maintenance: 2 years (preferred)Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred)Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)Work Location: In personBenefits:Company pensionCycle to work schemeFree parkingGym membershipOn-site parkingReferral programmeSchedule:10 hour shiftNight shift