HGV Technician - Mercedes-Benz West Thurrock Service & Support

Grays Full-Time No home office possible

Saga Truck and Van – Mercedes-Benz • West Thurrock, RM20, GB

SAGA Truck and Van have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated HGV Technician to join their fabulous team in West Thurrock, Essex.

We are offering an excellent salary package plus company benefits, £2000 signing-on bonus after completing 6-month probation. Paid in two instalments at 6 months and 1 year with also continuous Mercedes-Benz training.

SAGA Truck and Van is one of the largest Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicle dealerships in the UK. With sites across East Anglia, Hertfordshire, Essex and Kent, our facilities are staffed by experienced professionals who specialise in providing support to businesses of all shapes and sizes.

Not only can we supply new and used trucks and vans, we also offer an array of aftersales services, including overnight vehicle servicing and MOTs, tacho calibration, genuine parts and much more.

Do you have. .

A strong technical background in automotive repair and service?
Experience with volume work?
Able to work within a team?

If your answers are YES… then you may be the person, we have been looking for!

Our Company Benefits:

When you join us you\’ll have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

Performance-based bonus scheme
Regular overtime opportunities
Standout learning and development opportunities via the Mercedes Benz Technical Pathway
22 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays on top
Company pension (Royal London) via a salary sacrifice scheme
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.
Cycle to work scheme
On-site parking

What will you be doing?

Diagnosing, maintaining and repairing vehicle problems while adhering to Mercedes-Benz guidelines
Servicing of vehicles to a high standard
Working on electrical and mechanical systems
Ability to use diagnostic equipment
Carry out scheduled safety inspections and report any rectifications required
Complete job cards clearly and accurately
You must be capable of following the repair process from fault analysis to completion
Repairing and replacing parts
Supporting other Technicians in the Workshop

Week 1: 1:00pm until 10:30pm

Week 2: 6.00am until 03:30pm

Salary: £15 – £19 per hour plus bonus, overtime & a one off £2000 joining fee.

You will get a shift allowance of £25 per day for every late shift worked.

Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate will have:

A relevant formal qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair) with a proven track record in vehicle repair and servicing
The ability to follow instructions and procedures
A full UK driving licence
The capability of working to the highest quality standards and a great team player and communication skills
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Individuals with a strong technical background in automotive repair and service.
The knowledge to use modern diagnostic equipment and maintain high standards of housekeeping

As an HGV Technician, you thrive on problem-solving, taking pride in delivering a first-time fix working with pace and purpose. Join a flagship business, synonymous with Mercedes-Benz, offering standout benefits and career potential.

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

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional Benefits

Company Pension
Bonus Scheme
Death in Service Cover

About the Company

At SAGA Truck and Van, an HGV Technician is no pigeon-hole job. Without you, business grinds to a halt. From emergency services to major supermarkets, vehicles need quality repairs.

SAGA Truck & Van offers huge resources for professional growth. Across electrics, engines, diagnostics, and management, you’ll have access to courses and qualifications.

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.

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