Nightshift Vehicle Mechanic

First Bus; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

As a Mechanic at First Bus in Glasgow, you'll join a vibrant team focused on maintaining a leading fleet of vehicles. Your role includes diagnosing vehicle issues, carrying out repairs, and contributing to the overall efficiency of our engineering operations. Enjoy benefits like free travel and discounts while developing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free travel on buses for family

First Xclusives discount scheme

£6 all-day train travel for family

Pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ qualification required.
• Flexibility in working hours necessary.
• Valid UK driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs and servicing.
• Attend on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries.
• Conduct road testing to identify vehicle defects.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Vehicle servicing

Auto electrical knowledge

Education

Level 3 NVQ or equivalent

Job description

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We're one of the country's largest bus operators – and our engineering teams are working at the forefront of bus technology. Nationwide, we are investing in state-of-the-art new buses, and in the workshops and people that service them. A First Bus depot is the perfect environment to continue growing your engineering know-how. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.

About the role

Do you want to be part of our energetic team of Engineers and maintenance staff repairing our fleet of vehicles? If yes, then this Mechanic position could just be the job for you!

The successful Mechanic will be responsible for the following duties:

1. Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing, and parts replacement
2. Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used
3. Carry out vehicle servicing and routine vehicle examinations using hand-held data capture devices if applicable
4. Attend on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries
5. Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair

About you

• Do you have at minimum a Level 3 NVQ standard of equivalent qualification?
• Do you have a flexible approach to working hours?
• A PCV licence is desirable; ability to obtain a PCV licence is essential (we will help you obtain this)
• Do you have a valid UK driver's licence?
• Experience of working with buses & coaches would be an advantage
• Do you have vehicle/auto electrical experience/knowledge?
• Free travel on our buses for you and your family
• First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
• £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.