Roadside Vehicle Mechanic

First Bus; Leeds; On-site; Full time

Job summary

First Bus, one of the UK’s largest bus operators, seeks a vehicle breakdown engineer. This role involves on-the-road repairs and maintenance of buses, contributing to modern engineering efforts. Candidates should possess a valid UK driver's license and relevant practical experience. Rotating shifts and opportunities for additional training are provided.

Benefits

Free travel on buses for you and your family

First Xclusives discount scheme

£6 all-day train travel

Pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Valid UK driver's license required.
• On-the-job experience preferred.
• PCV license advantageous but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Attend and repair vehicle breakdowns on the road.
• Carry out change overs and minor repairs on the roadside.
• Complete accurate breakdown records.

Skills

Experience in vehicle repair

Ability to work under pressure

Health and safety compliance

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

The purpose of this role is to attend and repair vehicle (bus) breakdowns on the road, carry out change overs & minor repairs on the roadside.

Key Accountabilities

• Attend and repair breakdowns
• Carry out change overs & minor repairs on the roadside
• Booking out parts when required
• Work within health and safety regulations
• Deliver a high standard of repair/temp repair to get buses back to depot
• Ensure an effective working relationship with staff
• Complete accurate breakdown records, keeping paperwork up to date and filled in correctly
• Carry out any other duties deemed suitable by the engineering manager

About you

• Do you hold a valid UK driver's licence?
• You do not have to hold a PCV licence, but that would be advantageous; we will help you obtain it if not.
• Do you have on-the-job experience?

Shifts: Rotating 5 over 7, early shift and late weekends to cover

Hourly rate: £14.00

• 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.