Location: Sittingbourne
Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm. Every other Saturday paid at time and half.
Salary: Up to £17.00 per hour depending on experience, £2000 signing bonus after completion of 6-month probation.
SAGA Truck & Van Ltd (formally Sparshatt) has been synonymous with Mercedes-Benz in Kent for 40 years. Today the group operates four well-established sales and service sites across the county, employing over 220 staff.
We are looking for an experienced vehicle technician to join our van workshop. We hope that while working with us you will progress your skills and knowledge all while offering standout benefits and career potential. We are proud to say that we are 'powered by people' because without you, business grinds to a halt. From emergency services to major supermarkets, vehicles need quality repairs.
In this role you will be 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 also need to log your work, digitally, on the job, as you do it. Being a team player is also key, whilst also 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 right candidate.
Are you interested in:

• A £2,000 signing-on bonus (for direct applicants) and a bonus of up to £1500 per year
• Unrivalled, professional learning potential via the Mercedes Benz Technical Pathway
• Working in a clean, modern workshop within a collaborative team of Technicians
• Joining a flagship brand but also a family-run business with a people-focused culture

Requirements:

• At least Level 2 in City & Guilds – IMI Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Qualified
• Computer literate: comfortable using smart devices to log and upload documentation
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Good communication skills
• Professional appearance and work ethic
• Punctuality, flexibility and reliability are key to this role

If you feel you have the skills and the experience we are looking for and want to be part of one Britain's most successful Mercedes-Benz dealerships, please submit your CV.
Additional Benefits:

• Regular overtime opportunities paid at time and a half
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Excellent working conditions
• Fully equipped in-house staff gym at our Dartford Depot
• Company Healthcare Cashback Scheme with a wellbeing programme via Simply Health
• Interest-free employee loans
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Excellent training opportunities with the Mercedes Benz Technical Pathway

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 £17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Additional pay:

• Performance bonus
• Signing bonus

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sittingbourne, Kent: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: LCVsitt