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Shift Mechanic/Fitter

Stagecoach Group plc
Porth
2 weeks ago
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£18.82 per hour, overtime paid at enhanced rates

Shift PCV/HGV Mechanic/Fitter

£1500 sign on bonus!*

Based at our Porth Depot, CF39 0LN.

Guaranteed 40 hours per week, with potential for overtime

Pay rate: £18.82 per hour, overtime paid at enhanced rates

Shifts: 5 week shift rota which includes 4 weeks of day shift (5.30am-2pm, 7am-3.30pm) and 1 week of afternoons (1pm-9pm)

Looking for a hands-on engineering role where your skills keep your community moving?

We’re on the lookout for a skilled and proactive Shift Fitter/Mechanic to join our award-winning team at Stagecoach Porth. Whether you’re an experienced PCV Engineer or have a background in HGV, LGV, automotive or even plant maintenance, you could be just who we’re looking for.

As part of a dedicated team, you’ll help maintain a modern and varied fleet to the highest safety and performance standards, supporting customers to get where they need to be, from healthcare and work to shopping and leisure.

What you’ll be doing:

Carrying out maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on our fleet in line with Stagecoach and DVSA safety standards

Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults using modern diagnostic tools

Responding to vehicle issues both in the depot and out on the road

Supporting a safe, efficient, and inclusive working environment

Helping to train and support apprentices and junior team members

What we’re looking for:

A strong engineering background with a focus on vehicles, PSV, HGV, truck, haulage, plant, rail, automotive, or agricultural

An NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant field is desirable, but we’ll also consider strong practical experience

A proactive approach to safety, teamwork, and delivering high standards

Flexibility to work shifts and, occasionally, attend breakdowns away from the depot

Why choose Stagecoach?

Full training provided, including health & safety, equipment use and cleaning standards

Competitive hourly rates and opportunities for overtime

Benefits including generous pension scheme, 33 days holiday (inc. bank holidays), free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts including retail & leisure

Career progression, many of our colleagues have grown into engineering, driving, and management roles

A supportive, inclusive working environment where your wellbeing matters

Our working environment

Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer. Across our depots, we foster a welcoming environment where everyone is treated with respect and supported to thrive. You’ll have access to employee networks, wellbeing resources, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your family.

Join the team that keeps Wales moving

Click Apply today to start your journey as a Shift Fitter/Mechanic with Stagecoach. We can’t wait to welcome you on board.

*£500 paid immediately, £1000 paid upon completion of a successful 6 month probationary period

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.

Location:

Stagecoach Porth Depot Aber Rhondda Road Porth CF39 0LN


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