Department: Engineering, Manchester Location: Sharston Closing Date: September 9,
About us
Metroline Manchester is a recently formed subsidiary of ComfortDelGro, in March we were awarded contracts to operate four franchises and join the Bee Network in Greater Manchester by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). Metroline was formed in, fourth largest bus operator in London running about 17 percent of the city’s scheduled bus services and has been a part of the largest private land transport company Comfort Del Gro since. Here at Metroline we are 6, colleagues strong across the UK and help carry over one million of our customers every day, whilst Comfort Del Gro operates in 12 countries with a global fleet of over 40, vehicles and more than 22, colleagues.
Job Summary
We’re looking for an experienced Mechanic to join our Engineering team at the busy Sharston depot. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager – Sam Avison you will get all the support needed to succeed.
Hours: rotating shift 4 working days per week over 7 (including weekends)
Main Responsibilities
1. Responsible for routine inspection / maintenance of company vehicles in accordance with established company procedure and DVSA requirements
2. To diagnose faults by road testing vehicle and using laptop diagnostic software, pressure, and brake gauges, rolling roads, multimeters etc. Where necessary to refer to Engineering Manager/Assistant Engineering Manager for approval for repair
3. To undertake mechanical, electrical and body repair. To road test on completion of repair
4. To work in accordance with safe working practices as stated in Metroline Health and Safety policy and procedures
5. To train/mentor apprentices and new recruits
6. To keep abreast of environmental and technical developments
7. To ensure that the needs of the Operating Department are met and that enough vehicles are available to meet PVR
8. To ensure that all vehicles provided for operation comply with the standards set by the Company and DVSA
9. To supervise staff and contractors to ensure that vehicle presentation is maintained in accordance with cleaning specifications and that vehicles meet the standards required by Metroline and DVSA
10. To ensure that all engineering staff/contractors comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act, Metroline Health and Safety policy and other current legislation including COSHH and manual handling regulations. To bring to the attention of the Engineering Manager any relevant deficiencies that may arise.
11. To ensure that all appropriate documentation and records are maintained accurately to satisfy the requirements of the Department of Transport Operators licence and Metroline policies and procedures.
12. Responsible for accepting delivery of tyres, stores, lubricants, and fuels, as necessary. Also responsible for the security of the premises and stores.
Benefits
13. Free Bus Travel for yourself + 3 (companion + 2 children OR 3 children)
14. Free on-site parking
15. Pension Scheme Contributions
16. Benefits Hub
17. Employee Assistance Programme
18. Cycle to Work Scheme
19. Free uniform
Essential Criteria
20. Knowledge and previous experience of vehicle bodywork repairs and maintenance procedures, ideally on HGV, PCV or Buses
21. Ability to read, understand, follow, and/or apply oral and written instructions such as complex technical instructions in maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams and schematics, and technical service publications
22. Awareness and understanding of risk assessment, Health and Safety practices and Department of Transport standards
23. An understanding of the standards required by VOSA and the Department of Transport
24. Knowledge of manual handling regulations
25. Computer literate with working knowledge of relevant packages
26. Experience in analysing and fault finding
27. Basic automotive electrics
28. Basic bus bodywork
Desirable Criteria
29. The post holder should have the ability to gain a PCV licence
Hours of Work
Permanent Contract – basic 38 hours per week, working 4 days per week.
Flexibility required for hours/days worked (including weekends) in line with operational requirements.
Salary
Competitive
The Equality Act
Metroline is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with due regard to legal obligations for protected characteristics i.e. age, disability, marriage and civil partnership, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Applications
Please email a covering letter of application and CV to the Manchester Talent Acquisition Team at
Please quote “Shift Mechanic – Sharston” in the subject line of your email
Applications should include:
30. the reasons you are applying for the post
31. examples of how you meet the skills
32. any relevant qualifications or experience
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