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 night shift Mechanic will be responsible for the following duties:
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.
Working pattern:
Sunday to Thursday, 21:00 - 05:00 ( 4 days on 3 days off ) Hourly pay rate:
£20.50 p/hr + a
£2,000 JOINING BONUS!! About you A minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent (i.e., City & Guilds Level 1&2) and working experience on either PSV, HGV, van, bus, coach, or car mechanics is advantageous. Ability to multi-skill within a mechanical engineering environment. A flexible approach to working hours. A PCV licence is desirable, or an ability to obtain a PCV licence is essential (we will help you obtain this). A basic vehicle electrical understanding is essential. 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. Simplyhealth - health cash plan is available to all employees of First Bus. Discounted train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, and 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. 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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Sunday to Thursday, 21:00 - 05:00 ( 4 days on 3 days off ) Hourly pay rate:
£20.50 p/hr + a
£2,000 JOINING BONUS!! About you A minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent (i.e., City & Guilds Level 1&2) and working experience on either PSV, HGV, van, bus, coach, or car mechanics is advantageous. Ability to multi-skill within a mechanical engineering environment. A flexible approach to working hours. A PCV licence is desirable, or an ability to obtain a PCV licence is essential (we will help you obtain this). A basic vehicle electrical understanding is essential. 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. Simplyhealth - health cash plan is available to all employees of First Bus. Discounted train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, and 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. 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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