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.

About the Role: Vehicle Technician/Inspector

£3,000 new recruit Joining Bonus!!!*

Do you want to be part of our energetic team of mechanical engineers and maintenance staff repairing our fleet of buses? If yes, then this Skilled Engineer position could just be the job for you!

We offer technical up-skilling and career progression and we'll also provide your PPE and basic tools you'll need to succeed in your role, as well as a competitive hourly rate and great rewards & benefits (see below).

This could be a great opportunity for you to widen your skill base and work on our state of the art electric vehicles!

This will be a multiskilled role covering all technician duties and also undertaking vehicle inspections on a daily basis (full training will be provided if you are not experienced in vehicle inspection).

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing, and parts replacement

• Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used

• Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair

• 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

• Providing detailed inspection reports and advice on necessary vehicle repairs

• Performing thorough inspections within company processes

Details:

• Location: Weston-Super-Mare

• Working Hours: 39 hours per week, 5 days over 7 on a rotating shift pattern of early and lates 

• Salary: £20.92 per hour + weekend premium if you work any shifts over a weekend + £3,000 new recruit Joining Bonus!*

About You:

• Do you have a minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent (i.e. City & Guilds Level 1&2)? Preferably in PSV or HGV engineering however we can consider candidates from a broader automotive background with a solid skill set

• Do you have the ability to multi-skill within an engineering environment?

• A valid UK driving license would be beneficial

• A PCV licence is desirable, ability to obtain PCV licence is essential

• Do you have Right to Work in the UK?

We also welcome applications from ex-Forces personnel with an engineering apprenticeship qualification, and experienced engineers from other sectors looking for a change.

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

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