PSV​/HGV Dayshift Mechanic - Scotstoun

Position: PSV/HGV Dayshift Mechanic

Location: Scotstoun Depot - 1073 South Street G14 0AQ

Contracted

Hours:

37 per week (permanent + overtime available)

Shifts: 5 days over 7, 6am or 7am start

Pay Rate: £20.50 per hour + enhanced weekend rate

Bonuses: *£2000 JOINING BONUS!!!

Do you want to be part of our dedicated team of mechanical engineers and maintenance staff repairing our fleet of buses across Glasgow? We are looking for NVQ/SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualified Engineers – preferably with HGV or PSV experience, however we also welcome applications from ex-Forces personnel with an engineering apprenticeship qualification, and experienced engineers from other sectors looking for a change.

We offer technical up‑skilling and career progression, 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).

• 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
• Attend on‑road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries where required
• Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair

• Do you have a minimum Level 3 NVQ/SVQ (or City & Guilds equivalent) qualification in vehicle maintenance and repair – PSV/HGV preferred
• Do you have a flexible approach to work with the ability to multi‑skill?
• Are you a UK driving licence holder? A PCV licence is desirable however we can help you achieve this

* Joining Bonus - terms apply.

Available to new team members joining us for the first time or returning to us after more than 12 months

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.