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TXM Recruit are working in partnership with a local bus operator to support the recruitment of Engineering Technicians in Nottingham

About the Role:
To maintain, inspect, diagnose, repair and test mechanical and electrical systems and equipment and to carry out repairs as necessary on a modern fleet of buses and company vehicles, to ensure they are maintained to a high standard.
The Engineering Vehicle Technician will carry out any reasonable maintenance activities within his or her capability and training, whilst subject to good working practices being achieved and health and safety standards being met.
Our ideal candidate will have both electrical and mechanical knowledge in the HGV / PCV repair industry to enhance our current and proposed vehicle shift rota, to meet the demands of our varying workloads and is prepared to acquire ongoing vehicle type training.

The successful candidate must possess:

A car and PCV driving licence, however we may consider training a non-PCV licence holder.
Experience of Cummins and Scania drivetrain and electrical systems
Experience of modern CAN bus electrical systems and OEM diagnostic systems
At least 3 years post qualifying experience ideally in a main dealer or PSV or HGV workshop
Holder of a recognised apprenticeship qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ 3) in heavy vehicle repair (truck or bus)
The successful candidate will be able to:

Communicate effectively with colleagues, manufacturers and suppliers
Operate as an efficient team member taking responsibility and ownership when required
Continually develop knowledge and skills and mentor less experienced colleagues
Have a strong work ethic and understand the need to be reliable and flexible
Hours of Work: 
37 hours a week (with 30 minutes unpaid meal break). Sunday to Saturday, 5 from 7. Day shifts only

Rates of Pay and Benefits:
£18.32 per hour with enhanced rate of £21.79 for Saturday/Sunday working with unpaid meal breaks. 
25 days holiday per year plus recognised Bank Holidays
Free travel for you and two nominees on all operator buses and the tram
Excellent pension scheme with 6% employer contributions (after approx. 3 months)
Great health care package that includes dental and optical care with a range of other benefits (after 6 months)
Life assurance worth £10,000 (after 6 months)

Please click 'APPLY' if you would like some more information on the role and we will be in touch