Vehicle Mech/Elec Technician

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player in the bus sector, where your engineering expertise will thrive. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a supportive environment, ensuring your skills are continuously developed. As a Mechanical & Electrical Technician, you'll diagnose and repair vehicles, utilizing specialized tools and equipment. Enjoy a range of benefits, including free travel for you and your family, discounts on various brands, and a pension scheme. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free travel on buses for you and your family

Discount scheme with over 3,000 offers

£6 all-day train travel for family

Pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical & Electrical Technician.
• Flexible to work early & late shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and carrying out vehicle repairs and servicing.
• Attending on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries.
• Carrying out vehicle road tests to identify defects.

Skills

Mechanical Repair

Electrical Repair

Vehicle Diagnostics

PCV Mechanical Skills

Data Capture Devices

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Tools

Handheld Data Capture Devices

Specialist Tools

Job description

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

If you have an NVQ level 3 in Engineering with proven experience as a Mechanical & Electrical Technician, why not express your interest today by registering your profile against this vacancy? We'll take your engineering skills to the next level.

The successful Mech/Elec will be responsible for:

• Diagnosing and carrying out vehicle repairs, servicing, and parts replacement.
• Diagnosing vehicle faults and specifying the correct method of repair and parts to be used.
• Carrying out vehicle servicing and routine examinations using handheld data capture devices, if applicable.
• Attending on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries.
• Carrying out vehicle road tests to identify specific defects or after remedial repairs.
• Applying PCV Mechanical, Electrical & Body Repair skills.

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

About you

• Do you hold a full Cat B license?
• Do you have PCV mechanical, electrical & body repair experience?
• Are you flexible to work early & late shifts, including some weekends?
• Do you possess a minimum Level 3 NVQ in engineering or an equivalent qualification?

Benefits include:

• Free travel on our buses for you and your family
• First Xclusives discount scheme with 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 the opportunity to buy discounted First Group shares
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme

We prioritize physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We offer various health-promotion initiatives and 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

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Created on 26/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom