Engineer - Hourly

118 Fife Scottish Omnibuses Limited; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Free travel for you and a companion

XX days holiday

Job summary

Stagecoach is hiring a Shift Mechanic at our Dunfermline Depot to maintain, diagnose and repair our bus fleet. The role includes diagnosing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults with modern tools and supporting apprentices and junior team members.

The position offers training, a competitive hourly rate, overtime potential, and a generous benefits package including pension, holiday allowance, travel for you and a companion, and discounts.

Qualifications

• Maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on our fleet to DVSA standards.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults using diagnostic tools.
• Willing to respond to vehicle issues both at depot and on the road.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on our fleet to DVSA safety standards.
• Diagnose faults using modern diagnostic tools in a timely manner.
• Respond to vehicle issues both in the depot and on the road.

Skills

Maintenance & diagnostics

Teamwork & safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant field

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Salary Combined hourly rate of £19.89 an hour £17.51 and hour £16.31 daily allowance £8.91 weekly tool allowance Shift Mechanic Based At our Dunfermline Depot Guaranteed 38 hours per week, with potential for overtime Combined pay rate: £19.89 per hour | Shift pattern: 5 days over 7

What you’ll be doing:

• Carrying out maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on our fleet in line with Stagecoach and DVSA safety standards
• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults using modern diagnostic tools
• Responding to vehicle issues both in the depot and out on the road
• Supporting a safe, efficient, and inclusive working environment
• Helping to train and support apprentices and junior team members

What we’re looking for:

• A strong engineering background with a focus on vehicles, PSV, HGV, truck, haulage, plant, rail, automotive, or agricultural
• An NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant field is desirable, but we’ll also consider strong practical experience
• A proactive approach to safety, teamwork, and delivering high standards
• Flexibility to work shifts and, occasionally, attend breakdowns away from the depot

Why choose Stagecoach?

Full training provided, including health & safety, equipment use and cleaning standards Competitive hourly rates and opportunities for overtime Benefits including generous pension scheme, XX days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts including retail & leisure Career progression, many of our colleagues have grown into engineering, driving, and management roles A supportive, inclusive working environment where your wellbeing matters

Our working environment

Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer. Across our depots, we foster a welcoming environment where everyone is treated with respect and supported to thrive. You’ll have access to employee networks, wellbeing resources, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your family.

Location

Stagecoach Dunfermline St Leonards Street Dunfermline KY11 3AL

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