Bus and Coach Mechanic

West Coast Motors (Oban); Berwick-upon-Tweed; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public transport provider in Berwick-upon-Tweed is looking for a skilled PSV/HGV Mechanic to join their team. Responsibilities include vehicle maintenance, servicing, and repairs, with a focus on compliance and quality. The ideal candidate will have qualified experience in PSV/HGV and a full UK driving licence. This role offers competitive pay, 30 days holiday, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

30 days holiday

Free travel for employees and family

Ongoing training

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in vehicle maintenance.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Understanding of DVSA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fleet by performing repairs and servicing.
• Ensure compliance with Operator Licence requirements.
• Organise daily workload and communicate effectively.

Skills

PSV/HGV maintenance and repair

Communication

Health & safety standards

Education

Qualification in PSV/HGV maintenance to NVQ/SVQ Level 3

Job description

Borders Buses have a rare and exciting opportunity for a skilled PSV/HGV Mechanic to join their team at Berwick-upon-Tweed to help maintain our fleet and ensure we operate to the highest possible standards.

Main responsibilities include:

• Vehicle maintenance, servicing and repairs on the varied fleet, including MOT preparation
• Prompt repair of all defective vehicles to the highest standard in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Ensure vehicles are maintained in accordance with the Company’s Operator Licence
• The ability to organise daily workload, communicate effectively and work flexibly
• The ability to work to the highest health & safety standards

Job requirements:

Essential:

• You will have a qualification in PSV/HGV maintenance and repair to NVQ/SVQ Level 3 or international equivalent
• 2 years experience
• An understanding of DVSA compliance
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Full Category D PCV licence (if you don't have it, dont worry, we have our in-house Training School)

Benefits:

• Hours of work are Monday - Friday and you will participate in a stand-by rota, which includes one weekend in four
• Competitive rate of pay based on qualifications and experience
• Overtime for 6th day paid at time and a half
• 30 days holiday
• Free travel for you and your family
• Ongoing training
• Development and career opportunities

If you have the drive and determination to succeed in this role, we would love to hear from you.

Borders Buses is an equal opportunities employer, and will consider your applicaton based on your qualifications and experience and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or age.