Qualified Mechanical Bus Engineers

Every day is different here at Konectbus and you will play an essential role in keeping our buses moving

Helping our passengers get to where they need to be

Responsibilities

To test vehicles and diagnose faults.
Observe, recognise and report vehicle defects or symptoms of impending parts failure.
Service, adjust and repair vehicles or parts using the necessary equipment and tools in a proper and safe manner.
Inspect vehicles completely and report upon the conditions of roadworthiness and safety.
Interpret and implement any manufacturers modifications.
To carry out body repairs including paint spraying where appropriate.
To prepare vehicles for MOT testing.
Complete requisitions for replacement parts.
Recognise repairs that need specialist skills and report to management the findings.
Attend vehicle breakdowns and accidents for vehicles as required, even if nearing the end of the engineer’s shift.
Keep abreast of technical developments.
Where vehicles are defective make every effort to ensure that repair is completed and the vehicle is available for service at the earliest opportunity.

A full manual driving licence giving entitlement to drive in the UK. A PCV licence is desirable although if the applicant does not have a PCV licence they must be willing to achieve this
Relevant recognised engineering qualification including the IRTEC accreditation is preferred
Previous experience of working with large passenger type vehicles would be an advantage alternatively experience working with commercial vehicles
A flexible approach with respect of working hours and tasks undertaken
Good communication and team working skills, able to work with others and build relationships
Ability to work without close supervision, taking ownership and pride in your work.

Engineers looking at the bus