About First Bus:

Are you ready to advance your career with one of the UK's leading bus operators? Join a forward-thinking company that embraces cutting-edge bus technology, from innovative mobile apps to environmentally friendly vehicles. We are passionate about delivering passenger journeys that are sustainable, comfortable, and efficient. We are at the forefront of innovation in the industry, connecting communities and shaping the future of public transport.

About The Role - PSV/HGV 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?

We are looking for an experienced PSV/HGV Technician to join our busy engineering team in First Bus Basildon.

We offer technical up-skilling and career progression and we'll also provide all the PPE and basic tools you'll need to succeed in your role.

This could be a great opportunity for you to widen your skill base and work on our state of the art electric vehicles - the majority of the fleet at Basildon is electric!

As an Engineer at our Basildon depot, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Diagnosing and repairing vehicle faults, servicing, and replacing parts as needed

• Identifying issues accurately and recommending the correct method of repair and parts required

• Performing routine inspections and servicing using handheld data capture devices (where applicable)

• Attending roadside breakdowns and supporting vehicle recoveries

• Road-testing vehicles to confirm issues or check work after repairs

Location: Basildon

Working Hours: 39 hours per week - 4 days over 7, including weekends - rotating pattern of early and late shifts

Hourly Rate: £23.69 p/h £48,043 p/a with a weekend premium rate of £24.72 per hour if your shifts run over a weekend

About you 

• Do you have a minimum of a Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent qualification as a mechanic and experience working on HGV, bus or coach?

• Do you have a valid UK driver's licence? The ability to obtain a PCV licence is essential (we will help you obtain this)

• Experience of working with buses & coaches would be an advantage, but any vehicle mechanic experience will be considered (HGV)

• Do you have vehicle/auto electrical experience/knowledge?

• Right to Work in the UK

Rewards:

• 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 advise. 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