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Rota Shift Mechanic

United Kingdom, Edinburgh Employment contract 22.96 GBP / Hour · Job Posted May 03, 2026
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We are looking for a Rota Shift Mechanic to join our busy Engineering Department, working in one of our Lothian City garages! This is a permanent role for a fully qualified mechanic with experience. You will be working on a 4 over 7 days pre-allocated shift rota, working 37.5 hours per week. Engineering plays a critical part in helping us to provide a safe and reliable bus service for our customers. Our dedicated and highly skilled team of engineers ensure our vehicles are maintained to the highest standards and are regularly checked by DVSA and other regulatory bodies. We are proud to carry out all of our own maintenance and repairs onsite at our main garages across the city. Working for Lothian you'll find your role varied, rewarding and satisfying. You'll work in a great team who all pull together to do a brilliant job!

Job Responsibility

  • Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on all types of vehicles to Lothian & DVSA standards
  • Diagnose and rectify all types of faults, mechanical and electrical
  • Use diagnostic equipment and software to locate, diagnose and rectify faults on mechanical and electrical components
  • Understand the fundamentals of existing and emerging mechanical and electrical designs and systems
  • Attending vehicle breakdowns as and when required
  • Liaise with the parts department to obtain correct parts
  • Ensure health & safety regulations and safe working practices are adhered to
  • Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness
  • Ensure all paperwork and inspection sheets are completed in a timely manner
  • Maintain a thorough and current product knowledge and attend training courses as required

Requirements

  • You must possess a full UK driving licence
  • You must be a time served motor vehicle mechanic
  • A PCV licence is desirable, however the ability to obtain a PCV licence whilst in our employment is essential
  • An aptitude to develop others within the engineering team to improve efficiencies
  • Ability to work under pressure and work as part of a team
  • A flexible approach to working hours
  • Experience of working in the truck or bus industry would be advantageous

Nice to have

  • A PCV licence
  • Experience of working in the truck or bus industry

What we offer

  • An hourly rate of pay £22.96
  • 7 weeks’ annual leave
  • FREE travel across our bus and tram network
  • Discounted travel for a friend or family member
  • Continual training and development
  • Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
  • Employee benefits, discounts and rewards
  • Free on-site parking

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