Skilled Engineer

First Bus; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bus operator in the UK is seeking a Skilled Engineer for their Norwich depot. In this role, you will be part of the maintenance team, responsible for diagnosing and repairing buses. The ideal candidate will have a minimum Level 3 NVQ qualification, strong multi-skilling abilities, and a flexible approach to hours. The position offers a competitive hourly rate, additional training, and great rewards, such as free travel for you and your family. Join us and help maintain our fleet!

Benefits

Free travel on buses for you and your family

20 days holiday entitlement, increasing to 25 with 3 years employment

Discounted train travel

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or City & Guilds Level 1&2.
• Ability to multi-skill within an Engineering Environment.
• PCV licence is desirable, a full driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing, and parts replacement.
• Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair.
• Carry out vehicle servicing and routine vehicle examinations.

Skills

Ability to multi-skill within an Engineering Environment

Flexible approach to working hours

Driving licence

Education

Minimum Level 3 NVQ or equivalent

Job description

Welcome to First Bus Engineering

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 - Skilled Engineer

Do you want to be part of our energetic team of HGV/PSV/bus mechanical engineers and maintenance staff repairing our fleet of buses? If yes, then this Skilled Engineer position at our Norwich depot could just be the job for you! It offers technical up‑skilling and career progression. We’ll provide your overalls and all the basic tools and equipment needed for you to be successful in your role.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing, and parts replacement
• Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used
• Carry out vehicle servicing and routine vehicle examinations using handheld data capture devices if applicable
• Vehicle fault diagnostics, servicing and repairs in accordance with First Bus Standard Engineering Operating Procedures
• Fully comply with all HS&E legislation along with Group Policies
• Fully comply with all relevant Standard Operating Procedures
• Maintain and develop technical skills as required

Location

Norwich

Hours

39 per week, 5 days out of 7 on a rota including weekends (shifts can be discussed at interview)

Hourly Rate

£19.73 p/h £40,012 p/a - weekend premium of £20.73 p/h plus two pay increases planned for 2026

Additional training and pay

For helping keep our fleet on the road, you’ll earn a good hourly payrate and great rewards & benefits (see below). If you have a PCV licence you would also be entitled to an additional 20p per hour from day 1. We also offer additional training which leads to additional pay. This effectively could increase your salary by up to £5k once 10 training modules are completed. Each module you complete increases your hourly wage by 20p an hour.

About you

• A minimum Level 3 NVQ standard of equivalent (i.e. City & Guilds Level 1&2)
• Ability to multi-skill within an Engineering Environment
• A flexible approach to working hours
• A PCV licence is desirable, a full driving licence is essential

We also welcome applications from ex‑Forces personnel with an engineering apprenticeship qualification, and experienced engineers from other sectors looking for a change.

Rewards & Benefits

• Free travel on our buses for you and your family
• 20 days holiday entitlement, increasing to 25 with 3 years continuous employment
• First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high‑street & leisure brands
• Discounted 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
• Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing and Inclusive Statement

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, which is why we offer Simply Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cashback benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments and nutrition and fitness advice. You will also have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.

Call to action

Ready to take the wheel in this exciting journey? Send in your CV and join us in ensuring the reliability of our Public Service Vehicles. Let’s drive change together!

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.