Shift Mechanic - Aberdeen, United Kingdom - First Bus

First Bus

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Do you want to be part of our energetic team of Engineers and maintenance staff repairing our fleet of vehicles? If yes, then this Mechanic position could just be the job for you

We'd love to hear from if you have Level 3 NVQ qualification or equivalent (i.e., City & Guilds level 1 & 2)

Welcome to First Bus Engineering

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 knowhow. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.

About the role

The successful Mechanic will be responsible for the following duties:

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 servicing and routine vehicle examinations using hand held data capture devices if applicable
Attend onroad vehicle breakdowns and recoveries
Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair.
38 hour working week

Reporting to:
Workshop Manager

Location:
Aberdeen - Scotland

Hourly Rate:
£18.34 (Basic £17.81, Holiday £ £2,000 sign on Bonus (paid in 6 month instalments)

Shifts: 5 days over 7, earliest start time 6am, latest finish time 10pm

About you

A minimum Level 3 NVQ standard of equivalent (i.e., City & Guilds Level 1&2)
Ability to multiskill within an Engineering Environment
A flexible approach to working hours
A PCV licence is desirable, ability to obtain PCV licence is essential (we will help you obtain this)
Experience of working with buses & coaches would be an advantage
A basic electrical understanding

Rewards & Benefits

Increased rates paid for O/T and Saturday and Sunday working
You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands such as: Tesco, Asda, Argos
Free travel on our buses for you and your family

- £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Trans Pennine Express, Hull Trains

Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
Access to First Bus University program to aid in your career development
Refer a Friend Bonus scheme paying up to £3,000.

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.