Bus and Coach Mechanic

Great opportunity to work for a Kent family business maintaining our fleet of buses and coaches. Stable hours with no late or night shifts, plus good conditions and a friendly working environment.

Early or day shifts only

• City and Guilds or
• NVQ Level 3
• or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Repair and Maintenance

TBC

The successful candidate will be a valuable member of our team and have the following relevant experience :

• Fault finding, and carrying out repairs
• Undertaking Vehicle maintenance, servicing and running repairs on a varied fleet
• Ensure vehicles are maintained in accordance with the Company Operators Licence guidelines
• Ensure all repairs to company vehicles are carried out in a timely manner
• Preventative Maintenance
• Prompt repair of all defective vehicles to the highest standard
• The ability to work to the highest Health & Safety standards

In order to be considered for this role, applicants should be able to demonstrate the following skills :

• City and Guilds / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Repair and Maintenance, although qualification by experience will be considered.
• Previous experience of working on coaches and buses such as Volvo, Scania, Optare, Mercedes and Dennis
• PCV licence preferred but not essential (prepared to go through test) must have full driving licence with no more than 6 points to attend roadside
• Have proven Diagnostic skills and Electrical experience
• Able to demonstrate knowledge and experience as a HGV or PSV Technician / Mechanic
• Carry out routine inspections, maintenance and repairs on all makes of vehicles to DVSA standard

• £20 per hour for candidates with PSV or HGV. Training can be provided.
• 45 hour week.
• 28 days Annual Leave
• Monday to Friday early 0500 – 1500, days 0730 – 1730
• Saturday morning and on call are based on a rota