Mechanical Fitter (Nightshift)

First Group; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 2,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bus operator in Doncaster seeks a skilled Mechanical Fitter to enhance their engineering team. The role offers a competitive salary of £22.45 per hour, amounting to £46,696 per year. Responsibilities include vehicle diagnostics and repairs while complying with safety standards. Essential qualifications include a Level 3 NVQ or equivalent, a full UK driving licence, and a willingness to obtain a PCV licence. Rewards include health benefits, holiday allowances, and more.

Benefits

Health support benefits

Discounted travel after 6 months

Onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

Up to 5 weeks holiday

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ or equivalent qualification required.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to obtain PCV licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vehicle fault diagnostics, servicing, and repairs.
• Comply with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Maintain and develop technical skills as required.

Skills

Vehicle fault diagnostics

Technical skills development

Compliance with legislation

Education

Level 3 NVQ or equivalent

Job description

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 know‑how. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.

About the role - Mechanical Fitter (Nightshift)

At First Bus, we're proud to keep our communities moving – and our engineers play a key role in making that happen. We're currently looking for a proactive and skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our Engineering team at Doncaster. We'll provide your overalls (PPE) needed to do your job successfully.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle fault diagnostics, servicing and repairs including MOT preps in accordance with FirstBus Standard Engineering Operating Procedures.
• To fully comply with all HS & E legislation along with Group Policies.
• To fully comply with all relevant Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain and develop technical skills as required.

Location

Doncaster

Working Hours

40 hours per week Nightshift – 2 week rotating shift pattern of early and lates.

Pay

£22.45 p/h £46,696 p/a

About you

• Do you have a minimum Level 3 NVQ standard of equivalent (i.e., City & Guilds Level 1 & 2) qualification?
• Do you have a flexible approach to working hours?
• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• A PCV licence is desirable or show a willingness to obtain PCV licence is essential as we will help you obtain your PCV.
• Experience of working with coaches would be advantageous, but not a necessity.

Rewards & Benefits

• Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash‑back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advice. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support.
• We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc.
• Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass.
• Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme.
• Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays.
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.

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.

Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.

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.