Transport Made Simple
Hatfield Heath, Hertfordshire
Working as part of a small team of engineers, alongside our Engineering Manager, you will work to maintain our modern fleet of buses, coaches and minibuses to the highest standard. Job Location: Primarily based atStansted Airport (Start Hill) and occasional travel to our other depots as required Start date: To be agreed (immediate start available) Working Hours: Monday to Friday - Early or Middle and late pattern. Occasional weekend working expected as part of a team wide rotation (approximately one weekend in six = 8/9 weekends per year - Saturday in, Sunday on-call). 40, 45 or 50 hour contracts available. Line Manager(s): Engineering Manager About Central Connect: Central Connect, now part of the Transport Made Simple Group, are looking to recruit Engineers to join our growing team. We operate local bus, Park and Ride and demand responsive transport services on behalf of local authorities across the Midlands and the East of England, and also provide coach hire services to schools, tour companies, rail and aviation operators and private customers. We are investing £5 million into a brand-new fleet during 2024 and 2025. Our mission is to deliver excellent road passenger transport to all who require it. We want to see bus and coach travel be a mode that people choose to use rather than just being the mode of last resort. Main duties of the role: Completing regular Periodic Maintenance Inspections of all vehicles, highlighting and recording all defects identified and then resolving them in accordance with company standards Ensuring passenger vehicle safety, reporting any concerns to the Engineering Manager Maintaining a working knowledge and understanding of the Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness Managing vehicle defects and resolving these in a timely manner in line with company standards Attending vehicle breakdowns across our Essex and Hertfordshire networks (in a company vehicle). Occasional requests may be made to attend other company sites or networks. About You: People are at the heart of our business and at Central Connect, we only want the best people. Our team works to the highest standards, and we expect everybody to focus on high quality service delivery and attention to detail. Person Specification: _Essential:_ Holder of a full UK driving licence Experience of working with PSV / HGV vehicles Competent in understanding and implementing the requirements of the Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Organised with excellent timekeeping skills. Health and safety conscious _Desirable:_ Minimum of 5 years' experience PSV Licence category D or the commitment to achieve this (we offer in house training) Equipped with own hand tools _We also offer:_ Role specific in-house and external training Modern temperature-controlled workshop facilities equipped with the latest diagnostics technology and equipment Vehicle specific tools, equipment, and specialist tools 20 days Annual Leave plus statutory Bank Holidays Defined contribution company pension scheme Perkbox healthcare and high street discounts scheme Free travel on the Central Connect bus networks for you and one other member of your family Open management culture with opportunities for progression Job Type: Full-time Pay: £23.00 per hour Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekend availability Work Location: In person
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Working as part of a small team of engineers, alongside our Engineering Manager, you will work to maintain our modern fleet of buses, coaches and minibuses to the highest standard. Job Location: Primarily based atStansted Airport (Start Hill) and occasional travel to our other depots as required Start date: To be agreed (immediate start available) Working Hours: Monday to Friday - Early or Middle and late pattern. Occasional weekend working expected as part of a team wide rotation (approximately one weekend in six = 8/9 weekends per year - Saturday in, Sunday on-call). 40, 45 or 50 hour contracts available. Line Manager(s): Engineering Manager About Central Connect: Central Connect, now part of the Transport Made Simple Group, are looking to recruit Engineers to join our growing team. We operate local bus, Park and Ride and demand responsive transport services on behalf of local authorities across the Midlands and the East of England, and also provide coach hire services to schools, tour companies, rail and aviation operators and private customers. We are investing £5 million into a brand-new fleet during 2024 and 2025. Our mission is to deliver excellent road passenger transport to all who require it. We want to see bus and coach travel be a mode that people choose to use rather than just being the mode of last resort. Main duties of the role: Completing regular Periodic Maintenance Inspections of all vehicles, highlighting and recording all defects identified and then resolving them in accordance with company standards Ensuring passenger vehicle safety, reporting any concerns to the Engineering Manager Maintaining a working knowledge and understanding of the Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness Managing vehicle defects and resolving these in a timely manner in line with company standards Attending vehicle breakdowns across our Essex and Hertfordshire networks (in a company vehicle). Occasional requests may be made to attend other company sites or networks. About You: People are at the heart of our business and at Central Connect, we only want the best people. Our team works to the highest standards, and we expect everybody to focus on high quality service delivery and attention to detail. Person Specification: _Essential:_ Holder of a full UK driving licence Experience of working with PSV / HGV vehicles Competent in understanding and implementing the requirements of the Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Organised with excellent timekeeping skills. Health and safety conscious _Desirable:_ Minimum of 5 years' experience PSV Licence category D or the commitment to achieve this (we offer in house training) Equipped with own hand tools _We also offer:_ Role specific in-house and external training Modern temperature-controlled workshop facilities equipped with the latest diagnostics technology and equipment Vehicle specific tools, equipment, and specialist tools 20 days Annual Leave plus statutory Bank Holidays Defined contribution company pension scheme Perkbox healthcare and high street discounts scheme Free travel on the Central Connect bus networks for you and one other member of your family Open management culture with opportunities for progression Job Type: Full-time Pay: £23.00 per hour Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekend availability Work Location: In person
Transport Made Simple
Hatfield Heath, Hertfordshire
Working as part of a small team of engineers, alongside our Engineering Manager, you will work to maintain our modern fleet of buses, coaches and minibuses to the highest standard. Job Location: Primarily based atStansted Airport (Start Hill) and occasional travel to our other depots as required Start date: To be agreed (immediate start available) Working Hours: Monday to Friday - Early or Middle and late pattern. Occasional weekend working expected as part of a team wide rotation (approximately one weekend in six = 8/9 weekends per year - Saturday in, Sunday on-call). 40, 45 or 50 hour contracts available. Line Manager(s): Engineering Manager About Central Connect: Central Connect, now part of the Transport Made Simple Group, are looking to recruit Engineers to join our growing team. We operate local bus, Park and Ride and demand responsive transport services on behalf of local authorities across the Midlands and the East of England, and also provide coach hire services to schools, tour companies, rail and aviation operators and private customers. We are investing £5 million into a brand-new fleet during 2024 and 2025. Our mission is to deliver excellent road passenger transport to all who require it. We want to see bus and coach travel be a mode that people choose to use rather than just being the mode of last resort. Main duties of the role: Completing regular Periodic Maintenance Inspections of all vehicles, highlighting and recording all defects identified and then resolving them in accordance with company standards Ensuring passenger vehicle safety, reporting any concerns to the Engineering Manager Maintaining a working knowledge and understanding of the Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness Managing vehicle defects and resolving these in a timely manner in line with company standards Attending vehicle breakdowns across our Essex and Hertfordshire networks (in a company vehicle). Occasional requests may be made to attend other company sites or networks. About You: People are at the heart of our business and at Central Connect, we only want the best people. Our team works to the highest standards, and we expect everybody to focus on high quality service delivery and attention to detail. Person Specification: _Essential:_ Holder of a full UK driving licence Experience of working with PSV / HGV vehicles Competent in understanding and implementing the requirements of the Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Organised with excellent timekeeping skills. Health and safety conscious _Desirable:_ Minimum of 5 years' experience PSV Licence category D or the commitment to achieve this (we offer in house training) Equipped with own hand tools _We also offer:_ Role specific in-house and external training Modern temperature-controlled workshop facilities equipped with the latest diagnostics technology and equipment Vehicle specific tools, equipment, and specialist tools 20 days Annual Leave plus statutory Bank Holidays Defined contribution company pension scheme Perkbox healthcare and high street discounts scheme Free travel on the Central Connect bus networks for you and one other member of your family Open management culture with opportunities for progression Job Type: Full-time Pay: £23.00 per hour Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekend availability Work Location: In person
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Working as part of a small team of engineers, alongside our Engineering Manager, you will work to maintain our modern fleet of buses, coaches and minibuses to the highest standard. Job Location: Primarily based atStansted Airport (Start Hill) and occasional travel to our other depots as required Start date: To be agreed (immediate start available) Working Hours: Monday to Friday - Early or Middle and late pattern. Occasional weekend working expected as part of a team wide rotation (approximately one weekend in six = 8/9 weekends per year - Saturday in, Sunday on-call). 40, 45 or 50 hour contracts available. Line Manager(s): Engineering Manager About Central Connect: Central Connect, now part of the Transport Made Simple Group, are looking to recruit Engineers to join our growing team. We operate local bus, Park and Ride and demand responsive transport services on behalf of local authorities across the Midlands and the East of England, and also provide coach hire services to schools, tour companies, rail and aviation operators and private customers. We are investing £5 million into a brand-new fleet during 2024 and 2025. Our mission is to deliver excellent road passenger transport to all who require it. We want to see bus and coach travel be a mode that people choose to use rather than just being the mode of last resort. Main duties of the role: Completing regular Periodic Maintenance Inspections of all vehicles, highlighting and recording all defects identified and then resolving them in accordance with company standards Ensuring passenger vehicle safety, reporting any concerns to the Engineering Manager Maintaining a working knowledge and understanding of the Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness Managing vehicle defects and resolving these in a timely manner in line with company standards Attending vehicle breakdowns across our Essex and Hertfordshire networks (in a company vehicle). Occasional requests may be made to attend other company sites or networks. About You: People are at the heart of our business and at Central Connect, we only want the best people. Our team works to the highest standards, and we expect everybody to focus on high quality service delivery and attention to detail. Person Specification: _Essential:_ Holder of a full UK driving licence Experience of working with PSV / HGV vehicles Competent in understanding and implementing the requirements of the Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Organised with excellent timekeeping skills. Health and safety conscious _Desirable:_ Minimum of 5 years' experience PSV Licence category D or the commitment to achieve this (we offer in house training) Equipped with own hand tools _We also offer:_ Role specific in-house and external training Modern temperature-controlled workshop facilities equipped with the latest diagnostics technology and equipment Vehicle specific tools, equipment, and specialist tools 20 days Annual Leave plus statutory Bank Holidays Defined contribution company pension scheme Perkbox healthcare and high street discounts scheme Free travel on the Central Connect bus networks for you and one other member of your family Open management culture with opportunities for progression Job Type: Full-time Pay: £23.00 per hour Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekend availability Work Location: In person