PSV/HGV Mechanic

First Group; Rochdale; Hybride; GBP 23 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health cover for you and dependents

Discounts on high street brands

Discounted train travel for you and a

Free bus pass

Free onsite parking + cycle to work

Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme and share options

Résumé du poste

First Bus Rochdale Depot is seeking a NVQ/SVQ Level 3 qualified PSV/HGV Mechanic. You will diagnose faults, perform repairs, service vehicles, and respond to breakdowns to keep fleets safe and reliable.

Ideal candidates have PSV/HGV experience, a valid UK driving licence, and Irtec accreditation. Great benefits include health cover, travel perks, pension, and generous holiday allowances.

Qualifications

• NVQ/SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in vehicle maintenance & repair.
• Experience on PSV/HGV preferred or transferable from automotive sectors.
• Valid UK driving licence and accreditation where applicable.

Responsabilités

• Diagnose faults and carry out mechanical repairs and part replacements.
• Perform scheduled servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Respond to on-road breakdowns and recoveries as required.
• Road-test vehicles and ensure documentation meets health and safety standards.

Connaissances

PSV/HGV expertise

Fault diagnosis

Attention to detail

Formation

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in vehicle maintenance & repair

Outils

Irtec accreditation

Description du poste

About First Bus:

Are you ready to advance your career with one of the UK's leading bus operators? Join a forward-thinking company that embraces cutting-edge bus technology, from innovative mobile apps to environmentally friendly vehicles. We are passionate about delivering passenger journeys that are sustainable, comfortable, and efficient. We are at the forefront of innovation in the industry, connecting communities and shaping the future of public transport.

Position:PSV/HGV Mechanic

Location:First Bus Rochdale, 4 Corporation Road,OL11 4EU

We are now looking for an NVQ/SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualified PSV/HGV Mechanic to join the busy team at First Bus Rochdale Depot – PSV or HGV mechanical experience is great however we love to hear from ex-Forces personnel with an engineering apprenticeship qualification, and experienced engineers from other automotive sectors looking for a change.

Key Details:

• £20.06 per hour
• Minimum 40 hours per week
• Monday-Friday
• 07:00am-15:30pm
• Weekend overtime paid at £21.06 Saturday, £22.06 Sunday

In this hands-on role, you'll keep vehicles running safely and reliably by diagnosing faults, completing mechanical repairs and replacing parts when needed. You'll carry out scheduled servicing, routine inspections and preventative maintenance, as well as responding to on-road breakdowns and recoveries. You'll also road test vehicles where required and make sure all documentation is completed accurately and in line with regulations and health and safety standards.

What We're Looking For

• Do you have a Level 3 NVQ/SVQ or City & Guilds equivalent in vehicle maintenance & repair?
• Do you have experience working on HGV or PSV?
• Do you have a valid UK driving licence?
• Do you have Irtec accreditation?
• Do you also have a strong attention to detail and a passion for mechanics?

Rewards

• Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash-back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support
• We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc
• Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass
• Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme
• Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares