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.

Position: Master Technician

Location: Glasgow

Contracted Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: £55,614.77 per annum

Reporting to: Head of Engineering

About the Role:

We are looking for a Master Technician to support the engineering to the Glasgow, so if you're looking for a challenge and career development, why not express your interest today!

• Support engineer to the Glasgow depots
• Diagnosing faults providing technical support over various communication channels
• Support updates on diagnostic equipment
• On-site training when diagnosing faults
• Attending training courses and being able to transfer that knowledge to others
• Sharing technical information
• Working with the group tech team on projects, reporting to the HoE and Engineering Director

About You

• Must possess a full driving licence, PCV Licence is desirable
• Must have knowledge of Mercedes Engines and ZF Gearboxes
• Level 4 hybrid EV trained and minimum of level 3 NVQ heavy vehicle / PCV tech
• A good knowledge of the First Bus fleet of vehicles
• Good diagnostic skills
• Good communication skills with the ability to lead and coach others
• IT literate with good organisational skills
• Be open to working out of normal hours
• Working alongside group technical providing good clear information to support supplier meetings
• Be able to attend training courses which will take you away from home overnight
• HVAC trained and certified

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

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 and to comply with UK employment requirements, we ask all applicants to confirm their right to work in the UK.