Position: PSV/HGV Mechanic

Location: Ipswich, IP4 1AD

We are now looking for an NVQ/SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualified PSV/HGV Mechanic to join the busy team at our First Bus Ipswich 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:

• £21.12 per hour
• Weekend premium rate of £22.19 per hour 
• Minimum 39 hours per week
• Approx. £42,831 per annum
• 5 days over 7
• Rotation of early and late shifts: 07:00-15:00 one week then 12:00-20:00 the next week
• £2,000 JOINING BONUS!

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?

Rewards & Benefits

• Simply Health & Smart Health benefits for you and your dependents
• Discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service
• Free bus pass upon joining First Bus
• Discounts on high street brands and supermarkets, among others
• 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.

*Joining Bonus - terms apply. Available to new team members joining us for the first time or returning to us after more than 12 months

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