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
If you have an NVQ level 3 in Engineering with proven experience as a Mechanical & Electrical Technician, why not express your interest today by registering your profile against this vacancy, and we'll take your engineering skills to the next level.
The successful Mech/Elec 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 handheld 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. PCV Mechanical, Electrical & Body Repair Skills required.
We'll provide your overalls and all the specialist tools and equipment needed.
About you
7. Do you hold a full cat B licence?
8. Do you have PCV mechanical, electrical & body repair experience?
9. Early & late shifts with some weekend work is required, so you will need to be flexible
10. Do you have a minimum Level 3 NVQ engineering/ equivalent qualification?
Rewards & Benefits
11. Free travel on our buses for you and your family
12. First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
13. £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
14. Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
15. Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
16. 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.