Position: PSV/HGV Lead Shift Mechanic

Location: Unit 4 Corporation Rd, Rochdale, OL11 4EU

We are now looking for an NVQ/SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualified PSV/HGV Lead Shift Mechanic to join the busy team at First Bus Rochdale Depot – PSV or HGV mechanical experience is great however we love to hear from ex-Forces personnel with an engineering apprenticeship qualification, and experienced engineers from other automotive sectors looking for a change. 

Key Details:

• £23.69 per hour for weekdays
• £24.69 Saturdays,  £25.69 Sundays
• Approx. £46,310 per annum
• 5 days over 7 (including weekends)
• Minimum 40 hours per week
• Rotation of early shifts 05:00-15:30 and late shifts 14:30-01:00

In this hands-on role, you'll keep vehicles running safely and reliably by diagnosing faults, completing mechanical repairs and replacing parts when needed. You'll carry out scheduled servicing, routine inspections and preventative maintenance, as well as responding to on-road breakdowns and recoveries. You'll also road test vehicles where required and make sure all documentation is completed accurately and in line with regulations and health and safety standards.

What We're Looking For

• Do you have a Level 3 NVQ/SVQ or City & Guilds equivalent in vehicle maintenance & repair?
• Do you have experience working on HGV or PSV?
• Do you have a valid UK driving licence?
• Do you also have a strong attention to detail and a passion for mechanics?
• Do you have supervisory experience, or the willingness to step up to this level?

Rewards & Benefits

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.

• Discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service
• Free bus pass upon joining First Bus
• Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme
• Free laundry service for your PPE/overalls
• 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.

Submit your application today and a member of the team will be in touch to arrange a call!