Engineering Supervisor

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 you

The successful candidates will hold an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in an Engineering field and be conversant with monitoring standard of engineering work on PCV. Knowledge of safe operation of workshop equipment is essential and previous supervisory experience would be desirable. To apply for this role, you must be in possession of, or capable of obtaining a full PCV licence (we will help towards this) and hold a valid UK Driving License is a necessity for this role.

Role Specifics

• You will supervise the maintenance and servicing of the fleet, ensuring vehicles comply with all statutory regulations
• Induct and develop an engaged, talented, and high performing engineering team
• Efficiently allocate planned and unplanned work across the engineering team, including covering on the day absence
• Ensure the availability of vehicles in line with operational requirements
• Support the Stores Manager to ensure optimum management of stock and accurate and timely processing of warranty claims
• Maintain accurate records for all aspects of engineering standards and performance, including fleet and environmental management
• Conduct any disciplinary, grievance or absence management reviews in accordance with Company policy
• Work alongside depot operational and engineering team members to effectively manage all aspects of service performance, including vehicle allocation, breakdowns, changeovers and punctuality and reliability of services

We will provide you with the PPE & tools to carry out your role successfully.

Reporting to: Engineering Manager.

Salary: £39,672.61

Working hours: 38 hrs p/w, Sunday - Thursday, 05:30 – 13:30

Flexibility is needed in this role to cover shifts around bank holiday rotations etc.

Benefits

• Free travel on our buses for you and your family 
• First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
• £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme

We put a big focus on physical and mental well-being at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it, which is why we offer Simply 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 and nutrition and fitness advice. You will also have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

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.