Master Technician

Position

Master Technician

Location

Glasgow

Contracted Hours

37 hours per week

Salary

£55,614.77 per annum

Reporting To

Head of Engineering

About the Role

• Support engineer to the Glasgow depots
• Diagnosing faults and providing technical support over various communication channels
• Support updates on diagnostic equipment
• On site training when diagnosing faults
• Attending training courses and transferring that knowledge to others
• Sharing technical information
• Working with the group tech team on projects, reporting to the HoE and Engineering Director

About You

• Must possess a full driving licence; PCV licence is desirable
• Must have knowledge of Mercedes engines and ZF gearboxes
• Level 4 hybrid EV trained and minimum of Level 3 NVQ heavy vehicle / PCV tech
• A good knowledge of the First Bus fleet of vehicles
• Good diagnostic skills
• Good communication skills with the ability to lead and coach others
• IT literate with good organisational skills
• Open to working out of normal hours
• Working alongside group technical staff to provide clear information to support supplier meetings
• Able to attend training courses which may require overnight stays away from home
• HVAC trained and certified
• Background checks will be conducted as a standard part of the recruitment process

Rewards

• Your health is important to us, which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost. This includes cash back benefits across optical & dental, virtual GP appointments, mental health support, and nutrition and fitness advice.
• Our EAP provision offers 24 hour, 365 day mental health support.
• Committed to your financial wellbeing, we offer discounts on a range of high street brands and supermarkets.
• Discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months of service, and a free bus pass.
• Free onsite parking and cycle to work scheme.
• Up to 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme and the opportunity to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.