Shift Vehicle Technician

About us

We’re [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk], the newest addition to the Bee Network, buzzing in Greater Manchester since January 2025!

Back in March 2024, we were thrilled to have won four franchise contracts by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) – and just like that, we got to work bringing our services to life. We now operate over 200 routes on behalf of Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) from Hyde Road (Head Office), Tameside, Sharston and Wythenshawe depots.

*But who are we, really?*

Well, our roots go back to 1994 when Metroline first hit the roads of London. Fast forward to today, and we’re proud to be the second largest bus operator in the capital, running around 17% of the city’s scheduled services. Not too shabby, right?

Since 2000, we’ve been part of the global transport powerhouse ComfortDelGro, which operates in 13 countries with a fleet of over 54,000 vehicles and a team of 24,000+ colleagues worldwide.

Here in the UK, our 6,000-strong team helps over one million customers get where they need to go every single day – and now, we’re doing it in Manchester too!

Hop on board – we’re just getting started. ✨****

Job Summary

#### Locations available:

- Tameside / Ashton-under-Lyne and Hyde Road depots

#### Hours & Pay :

- Salary £44,500 (£22.52 per hour)

- Shift work 4 over 7

As an integral member of the [Employer hidden] Engineering Team you will be reporting to the Engineering Manager and collaborating with other mechanics and engineering specialists across the business. The primary responsibility as a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic is to inspect, diagnose and maintain vehicles to the highest standard to achieve maximum vehicle availability. As a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic you are responsible for working in a safe manner as stated in current legislation and ELBG policies and procedures.

Main Responsibilities

• To carry out mechanical, electrical and minor body repairs. To road test on completion of repair.
• To ensure that the needs of the Operating Department are met and that enough vehicles are available to meet PVR.
• To ensure that all vehicles provided for operation comply with the standards set by the company.
• To ensure that all appropriate documentation and records are maintained accurately in order to satisfy the requirements of the Department of Transport Operators licence and company policies and procedures.
• To work in accordance with safe working practices as stated in Health and Safety policy and procedures.
• To train / mentor apprentices and new recruits.
• Any other reasonable duties as directed by senior management that lies within the scope of the jobholder’s responsibilities

Benefits

• Free Bus Travel for yourself + 3 (companion + 2 children OR 3 children)
• Pension Scheme Contributions
• Benefits Hub
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free uniform

Essential Criteria

• Knowledge and previous experience of vehicle bodywork repairs and maintenance procedures, ideally on HGV, PCV or Buses
• Ability to read and understand complex technical instructions in maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, technical service publications
• Awareness and understanding of risk assessment, Health and Safety practices and Department of Transport standards
• An understanding of the standards required by VOSA and the Department of Transport
• Basic bus bodywork

Desirable Criteria

• The post holder should have the ability to gain a PCV licence

Hours of Work

Permanent Contract – basic 38 hours per week.

The Equality Act

Metroline is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with due regard to legal obligations for protected characteristics i.e. age, disability, marriage and civil partnership, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Applications

Please email a covering letter of application and CV to the Manchester Talent Acquisition Team at [contact hidden]

Please quote “Vehicle Technician – Hyde Road” in the subject line of your email

Applications should include:

• the reasons you are applying for the post
• examples of how you meet the skills
• any relevant qualifications or experience