Skilled Mechanical Fitter

First Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company is seeking a Skilled Mechanical Fitter for its Chelmsford depot. The role involves vehicle diagnostics, servicing, and repairs, focusing on state-of-the-art electric vehicles. Candidates should have a minimum Level 3 NVQ qualification, a valid UK driver's licence, and a flexible approach to working hours. This position provides a supportive working environment with opportunities for skill development and career progression, along with competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Health benefits for you and dependents

Discounted train travel and bus pass

Cycle to work scheme

25 days' holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ standard of equivalent qualification.
• Clean valid UK driver's licence is required.
• PCV licence is desirable and assistance to obtain it will be given.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle fault diagnostics, servicing, repairs and inspections.
• Comply with HS&E legislation.
• Maintain and develop technical skills and assist on vehicle breakdowns.

Skills

Vehicle fault diagnostics

Flexible approach to working hours

Ability to comply with HS&E legislation

Teamwork

Education

Minimum Level 3 NVQ or equivalent qualification

Job description

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 by working on our brand new Electric Vehicles. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.

About the Role - Skilled Mechanical Fitter

Do you want to be part of our energetic team of HGV/PSV/bus mechanical engineers and maintenance staff repairing our fleet of buses?

If yes, then this Skilled Mechanical Fitter position at our Chelmsford depot could just be the job for you!

It offers technical up-skilling and career progression and we'll also provide all the PPE and basic tools you'll need to succeed in your role.

This could be a great opportunity for you to widen your skill base and work on our state of the art electric vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Vehicle fault diagnostics, servicing, repairs and vehicle inspections 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
• Attend and assist on vehicle breakdowns

Location: Chelmsford

Hours: 39 per week, 4 days out of 7 (including weekends) on a rotating pattern of early shifts 05:00-15:00 and late shifts 14:30-00:30

Pay: £23.69 p/h £48,043 p/a - weekend premium rate £24.72

About you

• Do you have a minimum Level 3 NVQ standard of equivalent (i.e., City &amps Level 1&2) qualification?
• Do you have a flexible approach to working hours?
• Do you hold a clean valid UK drivers 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 buses/coaches would be advantageous, but not a necessity

We also welcome applications from ex-Forces personnel with an engineering apprenticeship qualification, and experienced engineers from other sectors looking for a change.

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 advise. 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
• Cycle to work scheme
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Enhanced maternity / paternity pay
• Flexible working

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strain 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.