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Specialist Passenger Solutions (SPS)
SPS was formed in 2016 and serves the passenger transport needs of the EDF Nuclear Project at Hinkley Point C (HPC) in Bridgwater, the largest construction project in Europe. We are the only transport provider for the thousands of people who go to the construction site daily to work or visit. We are now bringing this experience to Sizewell C in Suffolk, providing safe, reliable, and efficient transport for its workforce.
We are first and foremost a people business with our colleagues and clients at our heart. We bring together an exceptional mix of people to provide specialist passenger transport solutions, delivering excellence in all that we do.
We continue to invest in our people, our services, and state-of-the-art technology as we look to improve our customers’ experiences. Our drivers undergo rigorous training focused on safety, responsibility, and customer service, ensuring those on board have an enjoyable journey.
SPS is a division of First Bus.
Location: Ipswich
Pay: £24 p/h
Specialist Passenger Solutions provides essential bus services transporting thousands of workers to and from Sizewell C. By joining our technician team, you will work across a variety of vehicle types, including electric, hydrogen, and diesel vehicles, using cutting-edge diagnostic technology.
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You will play a key role in ensuring vehicles meet our safety and performance standards, enabling us to deliver outstanding service for our customers every day.
Summary of Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- To be part of a team providing MOT preparation, vehicle inspection, maintenance, diagnostic, and repair services to a varied PCV fleet
- To maintain a clear understanding of vehicle inspection standards and compliance requirements
- To be part of the process of promoting and ensuring a good working relationship between the engineering and operations departments, essential to achieving our shared objectives
- To follow all procedures to control and monitor parts usage and stock control
- As part of the engineering team, to be consistently proactive in ensuring that peak vehicle requirement is achieved
Essential for the Role:
- Minimum NVQ Level 3 or C&G equivalent or above in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (PCV preferred)
- At least two years relevant, recent, and demonstrable post training experience in heavy vehicle engineering, preferably PCV
- The ability to apply consistently high standards of technical judgement
- A pragmatic and proactive, can-do attitude to short notice workshop deadlines
- A flexible approach to working hours as we work towards becoming a 24/7 business
- Possession of a full driving licence (category D desirable)
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Desirable for the Role:
- PCV Electrical system aptitude and experience in the bus industry
- Good electrical and diagnostic ability
- Possession of IRTEC licence (Inspection / Service Maintenance Technician)
- Knowledge of the transport sector
Benefits:
- Annual pay review
- Smart health cover - our award-winning employee assistance program offers 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
- Pension – 5% contributory pension matched by us
- Employee retail discount scheme
- Free bus travel & significantly reduced rail travel for you & your family
- Life assurance
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted Gym membership
All employees must be willing to undergo the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check and obtain a DBS certificate. These checks help ensure the honesty and integrity of individuals working at a Nuclear Licensed Site or with sensitive nuclear information.
SPS Bus welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age.
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