Engineers

First Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Job summary

First Bus London is seeking an experienced Engineer to join our new depot in Wandsworth. You will support the launch and ongoing maintenance of the fleet, conducting inspections, servicing and repairs to keep vehicles safe and reliable.

You will use diagnostic equipment to identify faults, work across engines, transmissions, brakes and electrical systems, and collaborate with drivers and operations staff to deliver a high-quality service.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in vehicle mechanical engineering.
• Experience in bus/coach/HGV mechanical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Full driving licence required.
• Solid IT skills (Outlook & Excel).
• Experience using OEM diagnostic test equipment to fault-find and repair vehicles.
• Familiarity with DVSA PSV inspection standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements; perform reactive maintenance and repairs using diagnostic equipment.
• Diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, chassis, braking and electrical systems.
• Build strong relationships with drivers and operations staff to ensure smooth service.
• Prioritise workload to maximise operational efficiency.

Skills

Strong communication

Organised

Team player

Full driving license

IT skills (Outlook & Excel)

DVSA PSV inspection knowledge

Bus/coach/HGV mechanical experience

OEM diagnostic tools experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in vehicle mechanical engineering

Tools

OEM diagnostic test equipment

Job description

Are you an experienced Engineer ready to play a key role in an exciting new chapter for First Bus London?

We're looking for skilled Engineers to join our new depot in Wandsworth supporting the operational launch and ongoing maintenance of our fleet. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the success of a new operation from day one ensuring our vehicles remain safe, reliableand ready to deliver exceptional service to our customers. You'll carry out routine inspections, servicing and maintenance keeping our fleet operating at its very best.

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