Roadside Mechanic

First Bus • Caledonia, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

First Bus is hiring a Roadside Mechanic based at Caledonia Depot, covering breakdowns across Glasgow. The role involves attending, assessing, and repairing minor roadside vehicle breakdowns so buses can safely return to the depot for full repair. The position is contracted for 37.5 hours per week, worked across five days out of seven on a rotation of early and late shifts, at £14.50 per hour. The role offers learning and development opportunities for someone looking to progress in engineering.

Requirements

• Hold a valid UK driving licence.
• Be familiar with mechanical repair techniques and the use of diagnostic equipment.
• Have attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Confirm the right to work in the UK; background checks are conducted as part of recruitment.

Nice To Haves

• A Level 2 SVQ/NVQ in vehicle repair and maintenance is suggested as relevant experience.
• A PCV licence is advantageous but not essential; the company will help the successful applicant gain one.

Responsibilities

• Attend and repair bus breakdowns in and around Glasgow, driving a company vehicle.
• Book out parts from the stores department when required.
• Complete high-standard repairs or temporary repairs to get buses back to the depot.
• Complete accurate breakdown records and keep paperwork up to date and correctly completed.
• Carry out other duties deemed suitable by the engineering manager.

Benefits

• Simply Health and Smart Health for the employee and dependents at no cost, including optical and dental cashback, virtual GP appointments, mental health support, and nutrition and fitness advice.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing 24-hour, 365-day mental health support.
• Discount platform for high street brands and supermarkets.
• Discounted train travel for the employee and family after six months of service.
• Free bus pass.
• Free onsite parking.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Up to five weeks of holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Opportunity to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed