New workshop opens for Harris DAF

DAF dealer group, Harris DAF, with locations throughout the home counties, has opened the doors to a new, purpose-built five-bay workshop and ATF service at its principal site in Grays, Essex. The new investment will generate employment opportunities for 15 technicians over the next 12-months, including an intake of five DAF Apprentices.

The all-new, purpose-built workshop bolsters the Harris DAF service offering locally, supporting its dealerships in High Wycombe, Lea Valley and Witham, with further VMU facilities in Slough and Harlow.

The 900 square-metre workshop is situated on a two-acre plot adjacent to the existing premises. With five full-length bays, planning exists to extend the workshop footprint to accommodate 10 bays. Harris DAF Grays will operate 24/7 during the week, with daytime opening at weekends.

The investment comes as DAF Trucks and its dealer network, continue to lead the UK truck market, with demand for flexible, conveniently located service and maintenance continuing to be a prerequisite for operators.

We’re excited with the potential that our new workshop provides for operators

said managing director, Gary Carpenter.

Demand from customers for a high level of service is only increasing and we expect to be very busy going forward. The new workshop means job opportunities for DAF apprentices and for technicians more widely. With electric vehicles beginning to enter the market in growing numbers, now is an exciting time to embark on a workshop career and here at Grays we utilise state-of-the-art equipment and deliver first-class training to provide a wide-ranging skillset. Grays is at the forefront of truck servicing and support.

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