Dayshift Vehicle Mechanic

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Full time
Location: Glasgow
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Welcome toFirst Bus Engineering

We're one of the country's largestbus 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

Do you want to be part of our energetic team of Engineers and maintenance staff repairing our fleet of vehicles? If yes, then this Mechanic position could just be the job for you!

The successfulMechanic 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 hours: Alternating shifts

weekends, 06:00 - 14:00 (2 in 4 off)

mid-week 07:00 - 16:30, and 06:00 - 15:30

About you

Do you have at minimum a Level 3 NVQ standard of equivalent qualification?

Do you have a flexible approach to working hours?

A PCV licence is desirable, ability to obtain PCV licence is essential (we will help you obtain this)

Do you have a valid UK driver's licence?

Experience of working with buses & coaches would be an advantage, but any vehicle mechanic experience will be considered (HGV)

Do you have vehicle/autoelectrical experience/knowledge?

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

£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

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

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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