Bus Mechanic

First Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Bus Mechanic, where your engineering skills will be enhanced. You will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing vehicle systems while earning competitive pay and enjoying benefits like free travel for you and your family. A flexible approach and Level 3 NVQ certification are essential for this role.

Benefits

Free travel on buses for employees and family

Discount schemes on high street & leisure brands

Discounted train travel

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Health promotion initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent required.
• Experience working with buses & coaches is an advantage.
• Ability to obtain a PCV license, desired but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing, and parts replacement.
• Attend on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries.
• Carry out vehicle road testing to identify specific defects.

Skills

Vehicle repairs

Diagnosis of vehicle faults

Basic electrical understanding

Education

Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent

Tools

Workshop equipment

Job description

Join us as a Bus Mechanic, and we'll take your engineering skills to the next level. We are looking for a fully qualified shift Mechanic/Technician with previous experience and knowledge of PCV/HGV vehicles.

To help keep our fleet on the road, you'll earn a good salary and great benefits (see below).

We'd love to hear from you if you have a minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent vehicle mechanic certification.

About the role

We are looking for Mechanics who are fully conversant with the overhaul and repair of vehicle systems including engines, gearboxes, and hydraulic systems. Ideally, you will also have experience using workshop equipment such as brake rolling road testers, tracking gauges, hydraulic vehicle lifts, washing systems, and testing equipment.

In this role, you will:

• 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 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 after remedial repairs

We'll provide your overalls and all the tools and equipment needed.

Report to: Engineering Manager

Pay rate: £18.00 per hour. (If you have a PCV licence, you would also be entitled to an additional 20p per hour from day 1.)

Working hours: 39 hours, working 5 days over 7

About you

• A minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent
• A flexible approach to working hours
• A PCV licence is desirable; ability to obtain a PCV licence is essential. First Bus will assist in gaining this.
• Experience working with buses & coaches would be an advantage but not necessary.
• A basic electrical understanding is required.

Rewards & Benefits

• Free travel on our buses for you and your family
• First Xclusives discount scheme: Over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands for you, your family, and friends
• Discounted train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
• Pension scheme and the opportunity to buy discounted First Group shares
• Cycle to work scheme

We focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We offer a range of health-promotion initiatives and 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.

Public transport serves everyone, regardless of their differences. At First Bus, we aim to be an inclusive employer because diverse backgrounds, thinking, and experiences benefit our customers, communities, and staff. We welcome applications from all.