Overview
Welcome to First Bus Engineering. We are one of the country's largest bus operators, with engineering teams at the forefront of bus technology. Nationwide, we are investing in state-of-the-art new buses, workshops and people who service them. A First Bus depot is a great environment to continue growing your engineering know-how. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.
Role
About the role
Do you want to be part of our energetic team of mechanical engineers and maintenance staff repairing our fleet of vehicles? If yes, then this Mechanic position could be the job for you. We will provide your overalls and all the tools and equipment needed.
Responsibilities
* Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing, and parts replacement
* Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used
* Carry out vehicle servicing and routine vehicle examinations using hand held data capture devices if applicable
* Attend on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries
* Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair
Location: Bradford
Working Hours: 37 hours per week – Nightshift Monday-Friday, 22:00-06:00
Salary: £21.57 p/h – £41,500 p/a
About you
* Do you have a minimum of Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent qualification as a mechanic?
* A PCV licence is desirable, ability to obtain PCV licence is essential (we will help you obtain this)
* Do you have a valid UK driver's licence?
* Experience of working with buses & coaches would be an advantage, but any vehicle mechanic experience will be considered (HGV)
* Do you have vehicle/auto electrical experience/knowledge?
Rewards & Benefits
* Your health is important to us; we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost. This includes cash-back benefits across optical & dental, virtual GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice, and 24/7/365 mental health support via our EAP.
* Financial wellbeing through a discounts platform on high street brands and supermarkets.
* Discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months of service, plus a free bus pass.
* Free onsite parking and cycle to work scheme.
* Up to 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays.
* Pension scheme and the option to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.
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 will have access to health-promotion initiatives and 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.
Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.
Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.
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