Bus Fitter

Isle of Man Government; Douglas; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual leave + 10 public holidays

Pension arrangements

Gym and swimming access

Training facility for CPD

Staff welfare service

Cycle to Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Isle of Man Government is seeking a Bus Fitter to perform planned maintenance, diagnose faults and respond to breakdowns to keep the island's fleet safe and reliable. You’ll work with a skilled, supportive team and use modern tools and processes to deliver high-quality work.

You’ll have access to ongoing training and development, a varied workload, generous annual leave and pension options, plus on-site parking and wellbeing support.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance on bus fleet.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs as needed.
• Respond to breakdowns to keep the fleet safe, reliable and ready for service.

Job description

About the role

If you're looking for a technical role where your skills help keep the Isle of Man moving, this could be the opportunity for you. As a Bus Fitter, you'll carry out planned maintenance, diagnose faults and respond to breakdowns to keep our fleet safe, reliable and ready for service. You'll work alongside a skilled, supportive team and use modern tools and processes to deliver high-quality work.

You’ll have access to ongoing training, a varied workload and opportunities to develop your expertise while making a clear day-to-day impact across the Island. If you're ready for your next challenge, and help keep the Island's transport services moving!

A workplace that invests in you

• A competitive salary.
• You will enjoy generous annual leave entitlement along with 10 Public Holidays.
• Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
• Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors.
• Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
• Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.
• Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
• Free on-site car parking.

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work‑life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.

Things to note

Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.

We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at [e-mail]

Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online, please contact us on 01624 685000 or by email at [e-mail].