Engineering Supervisor in Colchester

Location: Colchester

Salary: £47,708 per year

Recruiter: First Bus

Job Hours: Full-time

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Join us as an Engineering Supervisor at our Colchester depot and we'll take your engineering skills to the next level!

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).

A full UK Driving License

Salary: £47,708.00

Working shift pattern: This position is for a late shift supervisor, however you may have to cover occasional early shift when required

39 Hours per week

Role Specifics

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.

Rewards & 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 wellbeing 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.

Interested? Apply today and learn more!