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.
About the role
The successful Mechanic will be responsible for the following duties:
1. Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing, and parts replacement.
2. Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used.
3. Carry out vehicle servicing and routine vehicle examinations using hand held data capture devices if applicable.
4. Attend on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries.
5. Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair.
6. 38hour working week.
About you
7. A minimum Level 3 NVQ standard of equivalent (i.e., City & Guilds Level 1&2)
8. Ability to multi-skill within an Engineering Environment
9. A flexible approach to working hours.
10. A PCV licence is desirable, ability to obtain PCV licence is essential (we will help you obtain this)
11. Experience of working with buses & coaches would be an advantage.
12. A basic electrical understanding
Hourly Pay rate: £18.34 ( the pay advertised is the basic pay and will be estimated to be higher due to rotation of shift, and working weekends which are paid at higher rates!)
Joining Bonus: £2,000!
Rewards & Benefits
13. Free travel on our buses for you and your family
14. First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
15. £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
16. Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
17. Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
18. 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.