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PSV/HGV Mechanic
PSV/HGV Mechanic – Blantyre Depot
Location: Blantyre depot, 5 Glasgow Road, G72 0LA Contracted Hours: 37 per week (permanent + overtime available) Working Hours: 5 days over 7, dayshifts (mixture of 6am/7am/8am starts) with 1 week per month covering a 10am–6pm shift Pay: £20.50 per hour
About First Bus
Are you ready to advance your career with one of the UK’s leading bus operators?
Join a forward-thinking company that embraces cutting-edge bus technology—from modern mobile apps to environmentally friendly vehicles. Passionately focused on delivering sustainable, comfortable, and efficient passenger journeys, we’re at the forefront of public transport innovation, connecting communities and shaping the future.
We’re looking for qualified Mechanics (PSV/HGV) to join a dedicated team repairing our fleet across Glasgow.
Minimum Qualifications:
- NVQ/SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) preferred in PSV/HGV, but we welcome:
- Light Vehicle qualified candidates
- Ex-Forces personnel with engineering apprenticeships
- Experienced engineers from other sectors looking for a career change
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We offer technical upskilling, career progression, all PPE and basic tools, plus a competitive hourly rate and attractive rewards.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, repair, and service PSV/HGV fleets
- Specify repairs and parts for vehicle faults
- Conduct servicing and routine examinations (where applicable)
- On-road breakdown support & recoveries (as needed)
- Vehicle road testing to verify defects after repair
About You
You’re a proactive mechanic with: ✅ NVQ/SVQ Level 3 (Vehicle Maintenance/Repair) – or equivalent ✅ A flexible, multiskilled attitude ✅ UK driving licence (PCV licence desirable but trainable)
Rewards & Benefits
Health & Wellbeing
✔ Free Simply Health & Smart Health coverage
- Cash-back for optical/dental
- Mental health support
- Nutrition/wellbeing advice
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✔ Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 access to mental health support
Travel & Lifestyle
✔ Discounted train travel for staff/family after 6 months’ service ✔ Free bus pass upon joining ✔ Exclusive retail/supermarket discounts
Workplace Conveniences
✔ Free on-site parking + cycle-to-work scheme ✔ Free laundry service for workwear/overalls ✔ 5+ weeks holiday + bank holidays
Financial
✔ Pension scheme ✔ Discounted FirstGroup shares
Belonging & Inclusion
At First Bus, we champion diversity. Our teams reflect the communities we serve, and we embrace applicants from all backgrounds.
💰 Bonus: £2,000 JOINING BONUS (terms apply; available for first-time/new-to-us hires) 📢 Background checks required to comply with UK employment law.
Applicants must confirm their right to work in the UK.
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