Vehicle Technician

First Bus; Haverfordwest; On-site; Full time

Job summary

As one of the UK's largest bus operators, First Bus is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Vehicle Technician for their Haverfordwest depot. You will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and servicing vehicles, while growing your engineering skills in a supportive environment. Successful candidates will enjoy excellent benefits including free bus travel for family and health initiatives.

Benefits

Free bus travel for you and your family

Discounts on high street and leisure brands

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with vehicle systems including engines, gearboxes, and brake systems.
• Familiarity with workshop equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Willingness to attend manufacturer training.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and carry out repairs and servicing on vehicles.
• Perform routine examinations using data capture devices.
• Conduct vehicle road testing to identify defects.

Skills

Diagnosis and vehicle repairs

Vehicle servicing

Mechanical repair skills

Welding experience

Diagnostic equipment usage

Education

Minimum level 3 NVQ or equivalent

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 successful Mechanical & Electrical Vehicle Technician will be responsible for the following duties:

• 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.
• Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair.
• Perform PCV mechanical repair skills. An understanding of electrics would be beneficial but not essential.

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

Location

- Haverfordwest - You may occasionally be required to work at our Swansea depot with notice, with travel time paid.

Hourly Rate

£17.00 per hour

Working Shift Patterns

• 24 hours per week
• Monday to Wednesday, 0600-1430. Rest-day overtime often available at enhanced rates (£23/hr).

About you

• Minimum level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent (e.g., City & Guilds level I & II).
• Must have a full Cat B license.
• Welding experience is preferable.
• PCV license isn't essential; we can support you in gaining it.
• Are you fully conversant with overhaul and repair of vehicle systems including engines, gearboxes, drive trains, compressed air, hydraulic, braking, steering, suspension, cooling systems, and basic auto electrics?
• Are you familiar with the safe operation of workshop equipment such as brake testers, tracking gauges, hydraulic lifts, oil and waste systems, battery chargers, trolley jacks, scaffolding, pressure washers, smoke readers, headlamp testers, hydraulic jacks, drilling machines, torque wrenches, grinders, and portable tools?
• Have you experience with diagnostic equipment including hydraulic flow meters, gauges, multimeters, temperature gauges, micrometers, laptop testing for engines and gearboxes?
• Are you willing to attend manufacturer product training, DVSA vehicle inspection, and specialist recovery training, which may involve overnight stays?
• Benefits include free bus travel for you and your family, discounts on high street and leisure brands, £6 train travel on select railways, pension scheme, share purchase options, enhanced maternity/paternity pay, and cycle-to-work scheme.

We prioritize physical and mental wellbeing through various health initiatives and offer 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme.