Welcome to First Bus Engineering

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 purpose of the vehicle recovery team is to attend and repair vehicle breakdowns on the road, and any other duties that deem suitable by the engineering manager. The vehicle recovery assistant will assist a senior member of staff at all times.

Key Accountabilities

• Attend and repair breakdowns
• Booking out parts when required
• Working within health and safety regulations
• Deliver a high standard of repair/temp repair to get bus back to depot
• Ensure an effective working relationship with staff
• Complete accurate breakdown records, keeping paperwork upto date and filled in correctly
• Carry out any other duties that may be deemed suitable by the engineering manager

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday back shift 14:00 until 22:00

 Hourly pay rate: £12.85 plus £2000 joining bonus

 Annual leave: 28 days rising to 33 after 2 years

About you 

• To be familiar with the modern repair techniques and the use of diagnostic equipment.
• Driving licence is essential, PSV license would be advantageous, if not the ability to obtain must be shown
• Must be a UK resident

 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
• Cycle to work scheme

We put a big focus on physical and mental well-being 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.