Advanced Mechanical Technician (with Visa Sponsorship) at First Bus

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

• We are looking for an Advanced Mechanical Technician who can inspect, diagnose, and identify more complex issues both mechanically and Electrically, whilst covering for our supervisors when they’re on holiday, by running the workshop shift.

The successful advanced technician 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 handheld data capture devices if applicable.
• Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair.
• PCV Mechanical, Electrical & Body Repair Skills required.

We’ll provide your overalls and all the specialist tools and equipment needed.

• We offer visa sponsorship for qualified skilled and experienced HGV/PSV mechanical engineers in our Sheffield region.
• Hourly rate: £23.00 p/hr
• Working Shift Patterns Are
• 4 on 4 off.
• 06:00 – 18:00
• 38.5 hrs p/w

About You

• Are you willing to complete an IRTEC accreditation and re-certification when required?
• Can you demonstrate capability in using current diagnostics, and be willing to train staff on diagnostic and repair standards?
• Will you be open to mentoring apprentices in the team?
• Do you have a minimum level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent (i.e., City & Guilds level 1&2)? (essential)
• A PCV licence isn’t essential, we can support you in gaining it.
• Do you have a flexible approach to work?

Rewards & Benefits

• Free travel on our buses for you and your family
• First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
• Discounted train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Cycle to work scheme

We put a big focus on physical and mental well-being 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.