Welcome to First Bus

First Bus is one of the country's largest bus operators – taking 1.6 million customers to their destinations every day. We're a forward-looking business at the forefront of bus technology, leading the way on contactless payments, mobile Apps and real time information. Our investment in state-of-the-art, new buses is just one part of our transition to a low-carbon future. It's an exciting time to be here.

About the role

Join us as a shift Engineering Supervisor and we'll take your engineering skills to the next level. 

Role Specifics

• Supervise the maintenance and servicing of the fleet, ensuring vehicles comply with all statutory regulations
• Induct and develop an engaged, talented, and high performing engineering team
• Efficiently allocate planned and unplanned work across the engineering team, including covering on the day absence
• Ensure the availability of vehicles in line with operational requirements
• Support the Stores Manager to ensure optimum management of stock and accurate and timely processing of warranty claims
• Maintain accurate records for all aspects of engineering standards and performance, including fleet and environmental management
• Conduct any disciplinary, grievance or absence management reviews in accordance with Company policy
• Work alongside depot operational and engineering team members to effectively manage all aspects of service performance, including vehicle allocation, breakdowns, changeovers and punctuality and reliability of services

We will provide you with the PPE & tools to carry out your role successfully.

Reporting to: Engineering Manager

Salary: £41,656,24

Shifts: Tuesday to Saturday, with cover where needed, 08:00 till 16:00 Tuesday to Thursday, and 05:30 till 13:30 Friday and Saturday. 

About you

• An NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in an Engineering field is desirable but not essential. 
• Do you have knowledge of safe operation of workshop equipment is essential and previous supervisory experience?   
• Do you have a full clean UK Driving License?
• Are you a UK resident and can provide RtW as proof?
• A PCV licence is desirable, but not essential, we will help you obtain this.

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
• Discounted 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 strain 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.