Welcome to First Bus Engineering

Hello. 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 - Vehicle Inspector

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey in vehicle maintenance and make a meaningful impact in our community? Then this Vehicle Inspector role at our Adderley Green depot could be the job for you! 

For helping keep our fleet on the road, you'll earn a good hourly payrate and great rewards & benefits (see below), we'll also provide overalls and the basic tools and equipment needed for you to be successful in your role.

As a Vehicle Inspector you play a key role within the team ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of examination standards in accordance with Central Engineering SOPs.

Key responsibilities;

• Provie detailed inspection reports and advice on necessary vehicle repairs
• Perform thorough inspections within company processes

• Carry out maintenance and safety audits

• To fully comply with all HSE legislation along with Group Policies
• To fully comply with all relevant Standard Operating Procedures
• Maintain and develop technical skills as required and provide guidance to other team members

Location: Adderley Green Depot, Dividy Road, Stoke on Trent, ST3 5YY

Working Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Pay Rate: 

About you 

• Do you have a minimum level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent qualification in vehicle maintenance? 
• Are you aware of DVSA standards, for both the categorisation or defects and annual test?
• Are you fully conversant with the safe operations of workshop equipment?
• Do you hold a full UK driving license? A PCV licence is advantageous, but not compulsory; we will help you obtain this 

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
• 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

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing 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.