Skilled Mechanic

First Bus; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in King's Lynn is seeking a Skilled Mechanic to maintain its fleet, ensuring the highest standards of safety and performance. This role offers an hourly rate of £19.33, with additional weekend premiums, and supports personal development within a collaborative engineering environment. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 NVQ standard and a flexible approach to work. A PCV licence is preferred, with training available for those who do not already possess one.

Benefits

Health benefits including Simply Health & Smart Health

Discounted train travel after 6 months

Free bus pass

Up to 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent (i.e. City & Guilds Level 1&2).
• PCV licence is desirable, ability to obtain PCV licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fleet of vehicles at Kings Lynn to the highest standard.
• Carry out fault diagnosis, vehicle safety inspections, breakdowns and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Ability to multi-skill within an Engineering Environment

Ability to communicate effectively

Flexible approach to working hours

Education

Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent

Job description

Welcome to First Bus Engineering. We are 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, workshops and the people who 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 Mechanic

Join us as a skilled engineer and we'll take your engineering skills to the next level. If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey in vehicle maintenance and make a meaningful impact in our community, apply today with your updated CV. For helping keep our fleet on the road, you'll earn a good hourly payrate and great rewards & benefits (see below).

• The main role of this position is maintaining our fleet of vehicles at Kings Lynn to the highest standard, carrying out fault diagnosis, vehicle safety inspections, breakdowns and preventive maintenance.
• The successful applicant will be trained how to use the depot forklift.
• To fully comply with all HS&E legislation along with Group Policies.
• To fully comply with all relevant Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain and develop technical skills as required.

We'll provide your overalls and the tools and equipment needed.

Location: Kings Lynn (there may be occasional requirement to work at our partner depot in Norwich).

Hourly Rate: £19.33 per hour, £39,201 per annum with a weekend premium of £20.73 per hour if any of your working days are on a weekend.

Working Hours: 39 hours per week – 5 over 7 days early shifts between 5am‑5:30pm.

About you

• A minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent (i.e. City & Guilds Level 1&2).
• Ability to multi‑skill within an Engineering Environment.
• A flexible approach to working hours.
• An aptitude to develop others within the Engineering Team.
• The ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and superiors.
• A PCV licence is desirable, ability to obtain PCV licence is essential.

Rewards & Benefits

• 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 advice. 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.

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.

Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.

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.

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