Mechanic

Metroline; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transport services company is seeking an experienced Mechanic for their Engineering team at the first fully electric depot in Tameside. You will perform vehicle inspections and maintenance, diagnose faults, and mentor apprentices. The role requires shift work across a five-day week, with a competitive salary based on experience. Benefits include free bus travel for you and companions, on-site parking, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Free Bus Travel for yourself + 3

Free on-site parking

Pension Scheme Contributions

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Knowledge and previous experience of heavy vehicle bodywork repairs and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to read and follow complex technical instructions in maintenance manuals.
• Awareness of risk assessment and Health and Safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for routine inspection and maintenance of company vehicles.
• Diagnose faults by road testing and using diagnostic software.
• Train and mentor apprentices and new recruits.

Skills

Knowledge and experience of heavy vehicle bodywork repairs

Ability to follow technical instructions

Understanding of risk assessment and Health and Safety practices

Basic automotive electrics

Experience in analysing and fault finding

Job description

Overview

Department: Engineering (Manchester) Location: Ashton-under-Lyne

About us

Metroline Manchester is a recently formed subsidiary of ComfortDelGro, in March we were awarded contracts to operate four franchises and join the Bee Network in Greater Manchester by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). Metroline was formed in , fourth largest bus operator in London running about 17 percent of the city’s scheduled bus services and has been a part of the largest private land transport company Comfort Del Gro since . Here at Metroline we are 6, colleagues strong across the UK and help carry over one million of our customers every day, whilst Comfort Del Gro operates in 12 countries with a global fleet of over 40, vehicles and more than 22, colleagues.

Job Summary

We’re looking for an experienced Mechanic to join our Engineering team at the first fully electric depot in Tameside / Ashton-under-Lyne. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager – Alan Gibson you will get all the support needed to succeed.

Hours

Rotating shift 5 working days per week over 7 (early, mid and late shift)

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for routine inspection / maintenance of company vehicles in accordance with established company procedure and DVSA requirements
• To diagnose faults by road testing vehicle and using laptop diagnostic software, pressure, and brake gauges, rolling roads, multimeters etc. Where necessary to refer to Engineering Manager / Assistant Engineering Manager for approval for repair
• To undertake mechanical, electrical and body repair. To road test on completion of repair
• To work in accordance with safe working practices as stated in Metroline Health and Safety policy and procedures
• To train / mentor apprentices and new recruits
• To keep abreast of environmental and technical developments
• To ensure that the needs of the Operating Department are met and that enough vehicles are available to meet PVR
• To ensure that all vehicles provided for operation comply with the standards set by the Company and DVSA
• To supervise staff and contractors to ensure that vehicle presentation is maintained in accordance with cleaning specifications and that vehicles meet the standards required by Metroline and DVSA
• To ensure that all engineering staff / contractors comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act, Metroline Health and Safety policy and other current legislation including COSHH and manual handling regulations. To bring to the attention of the Engineering Manager any relevant deficiencies that may arise.
• To ensure that all appropriate documentation and records are maintained accurately to satisfy the requirements of the Department of Transport Operators licence and Metroline policies and procedures.
• Responsible for accepting delivery of tyres, stores, lubricants, and fuels, as necessary. Also responsible for the security of the premises and stores.

Benefits

• Free Bus Travel for yourself + 3 (companion + 2 children OR 3 children)
• Free on-site parking
• Pension Scheme Contributions
• Benefits Hub
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free uniform

Essential Criteria

• Knowledge and previous experience of heavy vehicle bodywork repairs and maintenance procedures, ideally on HGV, PCV or Buses
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and / or apply oral and written instructions such as complex technical instructions in maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams and schematics, and technical service publications
• Awareness and understanding of risk assessment, Health and Safety practices and Department of Transport standards
• An understanding of the standards required by VOSA and the Department of Transport
• Knowledge of manual handling regulations
• Computer literate with working knowledge of relevant packages
• Experience in analysing and fault finding
• Basic automotive electrics
• Basic bus bodywork

Desirable Criteria

• The post holder should have the ability to gain a PCV licence

Hours of Work

Permanent Contract – basic 38 hours per week, working 5 days per week. Flexibility required for hours / days worked (including weekends) in line with operational requirements.

Salary

Competitive / Dependent on experience

The Equality Act

Metroline is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with due regard to legal obligations for protected characteristics i.e. age, disability, marriage and civil partnership, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Applications

Please email a covering letter of application and CV to the Manchester Talent Acquisition Team at

Please quote “Shift Mechanic – Tameside” in the subject line of your email

Applications should include :

• the reasons you are applying for the post
• examples of how you meet the skills
• any relevant qualifications or experience

Apply here