Lead Technician

2 weeks ago


Slough, Slough, United Kingdom First Bus Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Technician to join our engineering team at First Bus. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading the mechanical engineering operation, ensuring the safe and efficient maintenance of our bus fleet.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the mechanical engineering operation, overseeing bus servicing, breakdowns, and inspections.
  • Diagnose faults, specify repair methods, and estimate repair times.
  • Stay up-to-date with new engineering and health and safety legislation.
  • Manage individual bus history, identifying reoccurring defects.
  • Familiarize yourself with modern repair techniques and diagnostic equipment.
  • Work with computerized engineering systems, inputting and extracting relevant data.

About You

We are looking for a skilled and experienced mechanic who possesses a minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent. You should have the ability to multi-skill within an engineering environment and be flexible with working hours. A PCV license is desirable, and we will support you in obtaining this qualification.

Requirements

  • Minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent.
  • Ability to multi-skill within an engineering environment.
  • Flexible approach to working hours.
  • Desirable: PCV license or ability to obtain.
  • Experience working with buses and coaches, HGV vehicles.

What We Offer

As a Lead Technician at First Bus, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

  • Competitive hourly rate: up to £21.50 per hour.
  • Free travel on our buses for you and your family.
  • £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on participating rail networks.
  • Free onsite parking and cycle-to-work scheme.
  • Up to 5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Pension scheme and opportunity to buy discounted First Group shares.

Why Choose First Bus?

We prioritize physical and mental wellbeing, offering a range of health-promotion initiatives and access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Join our team and contribute to the success of First Bus, one of the country's largest bus operators.


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