Rota Shift Mechanic

Lothian Buses Ltd.; Livingston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in public transportation is seeking a skilled Shift Mechanic to join their Engineering Team. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, diagnostics, and ensuring the reliability of vehicles. Ideal candidates should have experience as a motor vehicle mechanic, with a focus on teamwork and adherence to safety standards.

Benefits

Continual training and development

Company Pension Scheme

Free travel in Edinburgh and surrounding areas with Ridacard

Qualifications

• Possess a full UK driving licence.
• Experience in truck or bus industry advantageous.
• Flexible approach to working hours.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and repairs to Lothian & DVSA standards.
• Diagnose and rectify faults.
• Liaise with parts department for correct parts.

Skills

Diagnosis and fault rectification

Maintenance and repairs

Teamwork

Health & safety adherence

Education

Time served motor vehicle mechanic

PCV licence (desirable)

Job description

We are looking for a Shift Mechanic to join our Engineering Team at Lothian Country to maintain and undertake diagnostic work on old and new vehicle technology ensuring optimum reliability and performance.

The shifts are 4 over 7 including weekends and evenings.

What Will You be Doing?

• Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on all types of vehicles to Lothian & DVSA standards
• Diagnose and rectify all types of faults
• Attending vehicle breakdowns as and when required
• Liaise with the parts department to obtain correct parts
• Ensure health & safety regulations and safe working practices are adhered to
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness
• Ensure all paperwork and inspection sheets are completed in a timely manner
• Maintain a thorough and current product knowledge and attend training courses as required

What Do You Need?

• You must possess a full UK driving licence
• You must be a time served motor vehicle mechanic
• A PCV licence is desirable, however the ability to obtain a PCV licence whilst in our employment is essential
• An aptitude to develop others within the engineering team to improve efficiencies
• Ability to work under pressure and work as part of a team
• A flexible approach to working hours
• Experience of working in the truck or bus industry would be advantageous

What Can We Offer You?

• Hourly rate of £21.43
• Continual training and development
• Company Pension Scheme and access to our recognition programme
• Travel in Edinburgh and surrounding areas for FREE with your Ridacard valid on all our buses and Edinburgh Trams.

If you think you fit the bill then we'd love to hear from you! Please apply with your CV and cover letter no later thanMonday 23rdJune 2025.