Welcome to First Bus
First Bus is one of the country's largest bus operators – taking 1.6 million customers to their destinations every day. We're a forward-looking business at the forefront of bus technology, leading the way on contactless payments, mobile Apps and real-time information. Our investment in state-of-the-art, new buses is just one part of our transition to a low-carbon future. It's an exciting time to be here.
About the role
To support and deputise for the Engineering Manager to carry out all aspects of engineering performance in the depot, including fleet and environmental management, delivering excellent customer experience, while managing a governance agenda that supports legislative and policy compliance.
Key Accountabilities:
* Supervise the maintenance and servicing of the fleet, ensuring vehicles comply with all statutory regulations.
* Efficiently allocate planned and unplanned work across the engineering team, including covering on-the-day absence.
* Ensure the availability of vehicles in line with operational requirements.
* Support the Stores Manager to ensure optimum management of stock and accurate and timely processing of warranty claims.
* Maintain accurate records for all aspects of engineering standards and performance, including fleet and environmental management.
About you
* You must have at minimum a City and Guilds NVQ level 3 Skilled or equivalent (City & Guild Level 1 & 2 – Automotive Systems).
* Basic IT skills (ECDL or equivalent) are essential.
* A UK driver's license is essential.
* You must be a UK resident.
* Core Safety Management (or equivalent) is essential to the role.
* ILM Level 2 ‘Leadership & Management' (or equivalent) is desirable, but not essential.
* A PCV license is desirable, but not essential; we can help you obtain this.
Rewards & Benefits
* Free travel on our buses for you and your family.
* First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands.
* Discounted 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 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.
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 so 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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