The role of the night foreman is to supervise all night engineering staff to facilitate vehicle maintenance and servicing requirements in accordance with group standard operating procedures (SOPs). Reporting to the workshop manager, the night foreman will be responsible for, but also not limited to:
-carrying out nightly team briefings to discuss the previous nights performance, any problems encountered, potential solutions and current night work schedule.
-maximise staff productivity through effective planning and workshop management.
-process works orders and requisitions
-control vehicle cleaning, fuelling, oil checks and parking, as well as process vehicle defect cards.
-carry out vehicle quality audits on work completed in line with central engineering stadard operating procedures (SOPs).
-ensure vehicles comply with all statutory regulations
-Conduct monthly health & safety toolbox talks.
-take a flexible approach in assisting other depots in the Leeds region when required.
Working shifts: Sunday to Thursday, 22:00 - 06:00
You must have a suitable engineering qualification - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, of HND)
-Proven or demonstrable supervisory experience in a transport related industry
-You must have a valid UK drivers licence.
-a PCV licence is advantageous, not essential, but you must be willing to obtain one as First Bus provides assistance with this.
-You must be willing to work weekends as and when required
-You must be a UK resident
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.
Salary: £44,000, First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
-£6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
-Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
-Cycle to work scheme
We put a big focus on physical and mental well-being 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.