Vehicle Technician

Welcome to Aircoach

We're Ireland's leading private bus and coach operator. We operate six key coach routes connecting Dublin Airport with Dublin City Centre and its suburbs, as well as non-stop express services connecting Dublin Airport with Cork, Belfast and Derry/Londonderry.

As a proud member of the First Group plc—one of the world's largest surface transportation companies—we're committed to connecting people safely, reliably, and comfortably.

About the Role – Vehicle Technician

Join us as a skilled Vehicle Technician at our Aircoach Dublin depot and we'll take your engineering skills to the next level. If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey in vehicle maintenance and make a meaningful impact in our community, apply today with your updated CV.

We are looking for a driven vehicle technician that has HGV/bus or coach experience; as well as ex-forces candidates with an QQI Level 6 in mechanics looking for a long-term secured career that offers development and progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform safety inspections, vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and interim and annual servicing
• Ensure roadworthiness and statutory compliance for our growing fleet of Large Public Service Vehicles (LPSVs)
• Conduct ad hoc and reactive repairs both on-site and off-site as needed
• Handle daily defect checks and running repairs
• Maintain high quality and safety standards by adhering to First Engineering Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Comply with Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) legislation, group policies, and relevant engineering SOPs
• Liaise with internal and external spare parts suppliers to ensure timely repairs
• Participate in on-the-job and off-the-job training in Ireland and the UK as required

For helping keep our fleet on the road, you'll earn a good hourly payrate and great rewards & benefits (see below), we'll also provide all your overalls and the basic tools and equipment needed to be successful in your role.

Location: Dublin

Working Hours: 40 per week - open to discussing a shift pattern that works for you

Pay: €48,000 - €52,000 per annum, depending on experience

About You

• A minimum NFQ/QQI Level 6 standard or equivalent qualification (must have) in a mechanical field
• Experience of working on HGV, buses or coaches is desirable
• A full category C, D or C+E (ROI) Driving License would be very beneficial
• Diagnostic tool and IT proficient

Rewards & Benefits

• Healthcare Cashback Plan
• Company Pension Scheme
• 20 days holiday per year (plus Public Holidays)
• Discounted Car Parking at Dublin Airport for work purposes
• Free / heavily discounted coach travel for you and your family with Aircoach & First Bus UK services
• Discount at “The Loop” (Dublin Airport Duty Free)
• Christmas Voucher
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at Aircoach. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you'll have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At Aircoach, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.