Bus Engineering Technician West Bromwich

National Express LTD; Swan Village; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in the UK is seeking an engineering technician responsible for maintaining vehicles, including inspections and repairs. The role emphasizes an inclusive working environment and offers opportunities for personal and career development. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a passion for continuous improvement. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits, including extensive health and wellness programs.

Benefits

Guaranteed 42 hours per week including paid breaks

Company pension

25 days paid annual leave

Free Bus & Coach travel

Health Buzz checks

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working in a large vehicle maintenance environment, including electric vehicles (Ideal).
• A Full CAT D PCV licence or willingness to work towards for road testing as required.
• A passion for continuous improvement and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall maintenance of our vehicles including inspection, repair, diagnosis.
• Champion an inclusive working environment for all.
• Work across a variety of vehicle types using cutting-edge diagnostic technology.

Skills

Experience in large vehicle maintenance

Passion for continuous improvement

Education

IMI Level 3 Bus and Coach Engineering & Maintenance or Equivalent

Job description

As an engineering technician, you will manage the overall maintenance of our vehicles including inspection, repair, diagnosis, accident repair and general servicing, whilst championing an inclusive working environment for all. We are dedicated to the development of our engineers and encourage your ongoing career progression and skills development through our engineering training team. By joining our Technician team, you will have the opportunity to work across a variety of vehicle types, including electric and diesel vehicles, using cutting-edge diagnostic technology. You will be part of our dedicated engineering team who work behind the scenes to deliver our vehicles reliably and safely to our customers - helping keep our local communities connected.

£33,779 per year - estimated. Full time. Successful applications will benefit from a joining bonus of up to £3,000.

What you will need

• IMI Level 3 Bus and Coach Engineering & Maintenance or Equivalent (including Heavy Vehicles)
• Proven experience of working in a large vehicle maintenance environment, including electric vehicles (Ideal)
• A Full CAT D PCV licence or willingness to work towards for road testing as required
• A passion for continuous improvement and personal development

What we offer in return for your hard work and commitment

• £20.59 to £25.59 per hour (dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Guaranteed 42 hrs per week including paid breaks with overtime available
• A company pension
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata depending on shift patterns)
• Free Bus & Coach travel for yourself on the National Express network
• Complimentary coach travel for a nominated person or complimentary bus travel for a spouse or partner on the National Express network
• Exclusive benefits and savings from thousands of the UK’s largest retailers and service providers
• Access to our award‑winning Health Buzz; providing free and accessible health checks
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which includes free counselling and further support to aid your health and wellbeing
• Private online GP service
• An opportunity to take part in our Cycle2Work scheme
• A warm invite to join the National Express Sports and Social Club
• T's and C's apply
• We have challenging opportunities across the West Midlands for multi‑skilled technicians to join our Engineering Team in West Bromwich.
• Flexibility to work different shift patterns as business requirements dictate

Things to Note

• National Express is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
• We are a Disability Confident Committed employer.
• Should you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know.
• At National Express, we are really proud of our health and safety record and as a result, we operate a Drugs and Alcohol Policy which is applicable to all employees.
• As part of your initial assessment, we will complete Drug and Alcohol testing and you may be subject to random tests during your employment.