Engineer

First Bus; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development

Team environment

Impact on London

Job summary

First Bus London is seeking an experienced Engineer to be based at Shepherd's Bush garage. You will conduct routine vehicle inspections and servicing to help keep our fleet safe and reliable.

You will work with drivers and operations staff, diagnose faults, perform repairs on engines and electrical systems, and prioritise workload to maintain service levels. The role requires NVQ3 in vehicle ME, PSV knowledge, a full licence, and solid IT skills; a proactive communicator who thrives in a busy,

Qualifications

• Experience in bus/coach/HGV mechanical engineering
• NVQ level 3 in vehicle mechanical engineering
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Full and current driving licence
• Strong IT skills including Outlook and Excel
• Experience using OEM diagnostic equipment to interpret fault codes
• Up to date knowledge of DVSA PSV inspection standards
• Experience maintaining one or more bus suppliers

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine vehicle inspections and servicing to keep the fleet safe and reliable
• Perform repairs on engines, transmissions, chassis, braking and electrical systems
• Build strong relationships with drivers and operations staff to ensure a smooth-running service
• Prioritise workload to maintain operational efficiency

Skills

Strong communication

Organised

Team player

IT skills

DVSA PSV knowledge

Diagnostic fault interpretation

Education

NVQ level 3 in vehicle mechanical engineering

Tools

OEM diagnostic test equipment

Job description

Are you an experienced Engineer looking for a new and exciting challenge? We're currently looking for an Engineer to be based at Shepherd's Bush garage. This position will be essential to maintainingexceptional services at First Bus London as you will conduct routine vehicle inspections and servicing.

What you'll be doing

• Ensuring compliance with Health and safety requirements – conducting reactive maintenance and repair using a full range of diagnostic equipment and techniques
• React promptly to issues raised by the operations staff and undertake repairs on engines, transmissions, chassis, braking and electrical systems
• Build strong relationships with drivers and operations staff to ensure a smooth-running service
• Prioritising your workload to ensure operational efficiency

What we're looking for

We're after someone who's a strong communicator, organised, and a team player. You'll need to bring:

• Previous experience working in the bus, coach, light or HGV industry as a mechanical engineer
• A NVQ level 3 or equivalent in vehicle mechanical engineering
• Good understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• A full and current driving licence
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft outlook and excel
• Previous use of OEM diagnostic test equipment to interpret fault codes, identify and repair faults on a vehicle system
• Up to date knowledge of DVSA PSV inspection standards and regulations
• Proven experience in maintaining one or more bus suppliers (Desirable)

This is your chance to take ownership of a busy,high-performing engineering department and make a lasting impact on the reliability and safety of our fleet. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• The satisfaction of keeping London moving safely and efficiently