Welcome to First Bus Engineering
We're one of the country's largest bus operators – and our engineering teams are working at the forefront of bus technology. Nationwide, we are investing in state-of-the-art new buses, and in the workshops and people that service them. A First Bus depot is the perfect environment to continue growing your engineering know-how. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.
Join us as a skilled engineer and we'll take your engineering skills to the next level. If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey in vehicle maintenance and make a meaningful impact in our community, apply today with your updated CV.
For helping keep our fleet on the road, you'll earn a good hourly payrate and great rewards & benefits (see below).
About the role
1. Vehicle fault diagnostics, servicing and repairs in accordance with First Bus Standard Engineering Operating Procedures
2. To fully comply with all HS&E legislation along with Group Policies
3. To fully comply with all relevant Standard Operating Procedures.
4. Maintain and develop technical skills as required
5. The shift is a 5 day out of 7 on a rota.
We'll provide your overalls and all the tools and equipment needed.
Hourly Rate - £22.01 per hour Mon-Fri, £23.01 per hour Sat-Sun
Working Shift Patterns
6. 39hrs p/w
7. 5 days out of 7 on a rotating shift including evenings and weekends.
About you
8. A minimum Level 3 NVQ standard of equivalent (i.e. City & Guilds Level 1&2)
9. Ability to multi-skill within an Engineering Environment
10. A flexible approach to working hours
11. An aptitude to develop others within the Engineering Team
12. The ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and superiors
13. A PCV licence is desirable, ability to obtain PCV licence is essential
Rewards & Benefits
14. Free travel on our buses for you and your family
15. First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
16. £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
17. Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
18. Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
19. Cycle to work scheme
We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.