Welcome to First Bus Engineering

We're one of the country's largest bus operators – and our mechanical/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.

Join us as a skilled engineer and we'll take your mechanical 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.

About the role

• Vehicle fault diagnostics, servicing and repairs in accordance with First Bus Standard Engineering Operating Procedures
• 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
• The shift is a 5 day out of 7 on a rota.

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

Hourly Rate

• £18.00 p/h (Overtime paid at time and a quarter)
• If you have a PCV licence you would also be entitled to an additional 20p per hour from day 1.
• We offer additional training which leads to additional pay. This effectively would 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.

Working Shift Patterns

• 39hrs p/w 
• 5 days out of 7

About you

• A minimum Level 3 NVQ standard of equivalent (i.e. City & Guilds Level 1&2) in mechanics, and proven work experience in eith bus & coach, HGV/LGV, cars or van garages.
• 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

• Free travel on our buses for you and your family 
• First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from 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 chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme

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.