engineer King's Lynn, England
Job description
Semi Skilled Engineer
Kings Lynn
£11.50 p/h
Join us as a Semi Skilled Engineer and we'll take your engineering skills to the next level.
For helping keep our fleet on the road, you'll earn a good salary and great benefits (see below).
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 knowhow. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.
About the role
What will you be doing?
- To carry out routine vehicle servicing in accordance with Company Standard Operating Procedures.
- To attend on road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries.
- To conduct minor vehicle repairs.
- To undergo training and development as required
We'll provide your overalls and all the tools and equipment needed.
About you
- The successful candidate will demonstrate a flexible approach to work and hold a full PCV license or be able to obtain one in a reasonable time manner. A good understanding of basic vehicle repair techniques is essential for this post and a recognised vocational qualification in engineering would be desirable, however not essential for this role; as would any previous experience in a similar role or employment.
- A PCV licence isn't essential, we can support you in gaining it.
Rewards & Benefits
- First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands such as: Argos, Asda, Tesco, Sainsburys
- Free travel on our buses for you and your family
- £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Trans Pennine Express, Hull Trains
- Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme
- Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
- Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group 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 you 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.
