At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform maintenance and repairs on various vehicles, ensuring safety and performance.
- Company: Join Lothian Country's dynamic Engineering Team in Edinburgh or Livingston.
- Benefits: Earn £47,756 per annum plus overtime, with free travel and discounts.
- Other info: Flexible shifts with a strong team culture and excellent career prospects.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in a supportive environment with ongoing training opportunities.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence and experience as a qualified mechanic required.
The predicted salary is between 22.96 - 22.96 £ per hour.
Locations in Edinburgh and Livingston
£47,756 per annum plus overtime opportunities
Min 40 hours with overtime available
Full-Time
We are looking for a Shift Mechanic to join our Engineering Team at Lothian Country. In this role, you'll carry out maintenance and diagnostic work on a range of vehicles, ensuring the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance.
We are looking for both time-served PSV / HGV Mechanics, or we have a number of recent joiners from car mechanic backgrounds who we've trained on-site, so don't be put off if you haven't worked on buses, trucks, or HGVs before. Experience with hydraulic or air braking systems is a bonus, not a requirement.
What We Offer:
- £22.96 per hour; min 40 hours equals £47,756 per annum plus overtime.
- Enhanced overtime rates available.
- Free travel across our bus and tram network.
- Discounted travel for a friend or family member.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Health Plan (HSF).
- Access to a wide range of employee benefits, discounts, and rewards.
- Free on-site parking.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Carry out routine maintenance and repairs in line with Lothian and DVSA standards.
- Diagnose and rectify a range of vehicle faults.
- Attend vehicle breakdowns when required.
- Liaise with the parts department to source components.
- Follow all health and safety procedures and safe working practices.
- Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organisation.
- Complete all paperwork and inspection sheets accurately and on time.
- Keep up to date with product knowledge and attend training as required.
Shift Pattern: 4 days over 7. Includes evenings and weekends.
What We're Looking For:
- Full UK driving licence.
- Qualified, time-served motor vehicle Mechanic.
- A PCV licence is desirable (or willingness to obtain one while in post).
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible approach to working hours when required.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Experience in the bus or truck industry is advantageous.
- Suitable for candidates with backgrounds as a Car Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, PSV Mechanic, HGV Mechanic, Bus Mechanic, Truck Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Fleet Mechanic, or Plant Mechanic, including those looking to move from car servicing into commercial vehicles.
If you're looking for a stable, long-term role with a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.
Work Shop Mechanic in Central employer: Lothian Buses
Lothian Country is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment where mechanics can thrive and develop their skills. With competitive pay, enhanced overtime rates, and comprehensive training opportunities, employees are encouraged to grow within the company while enjoying benefits like free travel across our bus and tram network. Our commitment to safety and performance ensures that you will be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters a culture of excellence.
