Engineer

First Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Team-oriented environment

London-based role

Job summary

First Bus London is seeking an experienced Engineer based at Fulwell garage to perform routine inspections and servicing, ensuring fleet safety and reliability. You will handle maintenance across engines, transmissions, chassis, braking and electrical systems, while upholding health and safety standards.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in vehicle mechanical engineering, a full driving licence, strong IT skills and experience with OEM diagnostic equipment; collaboration with drivers and operations

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in vehicle mechanical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Full and current driving licence.
• Strong IT skills including Outlook and Excel.
• Experience using OEM diagnostic test equipment to interpret fault codes.
• Knowledge of DVSA PSV inspection standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine vehicle inspections and servicing.
• Repair engines, transmissions, chassis, braking and electrical systems.
• Prioritise workload to maintain operational efficiency.
• Build strong relationships with drivers and operations staff.

Skills

Bus industry experience

NVQ Level 3

Driving licence

IT skills

Diagnostics equipment

DVSA PSV standards

Education

NVQ Level 3 in vehicle mechanical engineering

Tools

OEM diagnostic 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 Fulwell garage. This position will be essential to maintaining exceptional 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)

We offer

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.

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