JOB DESCRIPTION Running Shift Fitter Oxford Bus Company

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1 JOB DESCRIPTION Running Shift Fitter Oxford Bus Company Job Title Hourly rate Division Reporting to Contacts: Running Shift Fitter Mon-Fri, and at weekends Engineering Engineering Supervisor Operations Staff/Team members External contractors and service providers Job Summary To maintain company vehicles to the standard required by the Company, Department of Transport and VOSA in order to achieve maximum vehicle availability. To be responsible for working in a safe manner as stated in current legislation and company policies and procedures. Main Duties and Responsibilities 1. The inspection, diagnosis, maintenance and repair of company vehicles including buses, vans and coaches both onsite and at roadside breakdowns where required. 2. Work effectively unsupervised and often with only an outline brief, using specialist or practical skills to complete a timely solution 3. Receive, handle safely, store or deploy materials appropriate to the task being undertaken. 4. Supply own hand tools and take responsibility for specialist tools, materials etc, that are used, and to observe a duty of care for all other items within the department. 5. Diagnose vehicle faults, using diagnostic equipment including Cummings Insite, Evobus Star Diagnostics, etc. 6. Undertake mechanical, electrical and some minor body repair. 7. Road test Company vehicles (licence allowing).

2 8. Ensure that all appropriate documentation and records are maintained accurately in order to satisfy the requirements of the Department of Transport Operators licence and Company policies and procedures. 9. To provide reports in relation to work and equipment as required 10. Keep abreast of technical developments through training. 11. Be willing to undertake continued professional development with regards to technical & personal skills. 12. Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the Company s risk assessment practices and Health & Safety Policy requirements. 13. Undertake miscellaneous duties as requested or directed The role will involve working with onsite staff, customers, and contractors. This job description sets out the main duties of the post; however the list is not exhaustive. Duties of the post could vary from time to time as a result of new legislation, changes in technology or policy. In this event, appropriate training will be provided. Benefits The post attracts benefits of free travel, free uniform, loyalty bonus, contributory pension, childcare vouchers scheme, lifestyle discount scheme, employee assistance programme, share save scheme, 25 days holiday plus an allowance of 8 days which may or may not be taken on a public holiday, per annum and loyalty bonus. Promotion Prospects: Oxford Bus Company actively encourages development from within the Company. Company Content: Oxford Bus Company is part of the Go-Ahead Group plc, which is one of the major public transport operators in the country. Oxford Bus Company has a total workforce of approximately 560, operates 185 buses over routes in and around Oxford. There is a coaching element that serves London, Heathrow and Gatwick, 24 hours a day. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from throughout the community.

3 Person Specification Running Shift Fitter Education & Qualifications Essential City and Guilds, Level 3 / NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent Desirable Commitment to undertake further training to enhance the job role. Specialist Knowledge & Skills Relevant Experience Knowledge of mechanical engineering and vehicle maintenance procedures for all types of vehicle operated by the Company. Awareness and understanding of risk assessment, Health and Safety practices, VOSA and Dept. of Transport standards Knowledge of manual handling regulations Automotive electrics Computer skills including laptop diagnosis Analyzing and fault finding PCV or HGV experience, or experience in a similar environment Bus bodywork Interpersonal & Communication Skills Proven ability to undertake physical and dexterous work. Proven ability to communicate effectively, orally and in written form with individuals and groups at all levels. Proven ability to work unsupervised and alongside others, completing tasks in an economical, effective and efficient manner. Proven ability to contribute positively as an effective member of the team. Dependable, flexible, reliable, self - motivated. Able to plan and prioritise Additional Requirements. Full manual driving licence. Own hand tools (specialised tools/equipment provided) The ability to gain a PCV licence

4 PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT 1. Position applied for Running Shift Fitter 2. Personal Details (Please complete this section in capitals) First name Last name Address Post Code National Insurance Number 3. Your Contact Details (including codes). Please tick your preferred method of contact Home number Work number Mobile Emergency Contact / Next of Kin Name Address Telephone (incl.code) Relationship to you 4. Interview Are there any adjustments that may be required to be made should you be invited to interview? Yes/No. If yes, please state below. (For example the Drivers computer theory test can be done on an audio format and up to 25% extra time given for the maths test) 1

5 5. Employment Details Please list below your present and past employment for the last 5 years beginning with your current or most recent job. Explain any employment gaps. Please continue on a separate sheet if necessary. Name and address of employer Dates Job Title, Salary Reason for leaving From Position To Salary From Position To Salary From Position To Salary From Position To Salary From Position To Salary Give details of any previous applications or employment with The Oxford Bus Company Dates Job Title Reason for leaving 2

6 6. Driving Licences If the position applied for involves driving for the Company please tick to indicate the licences you hold. (A minimum of 18 years of age applies to PVC drivers) PCV D1 Car manual automatic provisional manual automatic manual (a) Please give full particulars of any endorsements. Continue of a separate sheet if necessary. (b) Has any PCV or Driving Licence been refused or revoked? Yes/No. If yes, state the date, by whom, and the reason. 7. Security Declaration Have you ever been convicted, imprisoned, fined or cautioned for any offence other than motoring, or bound over to keep the peace? Yes/No (Spent convictions within the meaning of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1997 need not be disclosed) If yes, please give details Date Offence Court Sentence or Order 3

7 8. References Please give the name and address of two referees. They should not be related to you and should include, if possible, your present employer (or if you are a school leaver, your Head Teacher). If one of your referees is your current employer please indicate whether we may contact prior to interview. 1. Yes/No 2.Yes/No 1. Name 2. Name Address Address Post code Post code Telephone number Telephone number Employer Yes/No Employer Yes/No Please note References are requested for all new employees. If a reference contradicts information given by the employee or is, in our sole opinion, unsatisfactory, the company reserves the right to terminate his or her employment immediately observing any appropriate notice period. 9. Competencies (Essential requirements for this position) Qualified to City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent Experience of working with PCV s or HGv s, Ability to work to Company, VOSA and Department of Transport standards Ability to apply information from manuals and computer Excellent verbal and written skills Ability to work unsupervised Flexible approach to work, willing to work overtime Automotive electrics Understanding of Health & Safety legislation/manual Handling regulations & practices Own tools required (specialist tools/equipment provided) Full manual driving licence with a willingness to undertake PCV test if PCV Licence not held 4

8 10. Relevant Skills, Knowledge and Experience Please demonstrate how you feel you meet the competencies listed on Page 4 (section 9) by describing any relevant knowledge, qualifications, skills and experiences; either from your current or previous roles, or from other relevant situations such as activities outside work. Failure to provide any information will result in your application being automatically rejected. Please continue on a separate sheet if necessary 5

9 11. Availability for Employment Please state notice required by your current employer 12. Bank Details Do you hold a UK bank account for payment of wages? Yes/No 13. How did you become aware of this vacancy? Normal newspaper advertisement Yes/No Local free paper advertisement Yes/No Jobcentre Yes/No Other (please state) Current Employees of Go-Ahead Group only Transfer agreements exist between the various Go-Ahead Group companies. Please indicate below the name/details of your current Go-Ahead employer. Please note that Go-Ahead colleagues will have to submit to our normal recruitment process. Company Name Company Address Contact Name/Department Please note This application form is designed to avoid any possibility of unfair discrimination. Applicants should avoid enclosing CV s unless specifically invited to do so at a subsequent interview. You are advised that enclosing any uninvited documentation of any description will result in automatic rejection of the application. Declaration and Consent All employment is subject to satisfactory references, medical examination and period of probation. I, the undersigned, understand that if I accept any offer of employment and any of the above information is subsequently found to be incorrect, my employment may be terminated forthwith. Signed Date The information provided on this application form is protected by data legislation and will be used for the purposes of processing your application and statistical and audit purposes. By signing below you give your consent for the Company to hold this information. Signed Date 6

10 Equal Opportunities Monitoring THIS INFORMATION WILL NOT FORM ANY PART OF OUR RECRUITMENT DECISION This page will be separated from your application and will be used solely for monitoring purposes. The Oxford Bus Company recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees equally regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation or age. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community. Gender: Male Female Date of Birth Do you consider yourself to have a disability? Yes/No. If yes, please state the nature of your disability below The Disability Discrimination Act defines disability as A physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long term effect on the ability to carry out normal day to day activities. (If yes, a member of our team will contact you to discuss your requirements) Please indicate your ethnic origin A. White British English Scottish Welsh Irish Any other white background (please specify) B. Mixed White and Black Caribbean White and Black Asian White and Black African Any other mixed background (please specify) C. Asia, Asian British, Asian English, Asian Scottish or Asian Welsh Indian Pakistani Bangladeshi Any other Asian background (please specify) D. Black, Black British, Black English, Black Scottish or Black Welsh Caribbean African Any other Black background (please specify) E. Chinese, Chinese British, Chinese English, Chinese Scottish, Chinese Welsh or other ethnic group Chinese Any other Chinese background (please specify) F. Other (please specify) 7

11 Dear Applicant In order to comply with the Data Protection Act 1998, please could you complete this disclaimer giving your permission for a previous employer to provide a reference. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU SEND THIS FORM BACK TO US WITH YOUR APPLICATION Section 1 - Your Details Name: Address: NI Number: Type of Enquiry: Job reference Section 2 - Consent I confirm that I give you permission, as a previous employer, to disclose information relevant to my employment record with you to Oxford Bus Company. Name: Signed: Date: City of Oxford Motor Services Ltd