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Workshop Operator - Category D License

On-site in Alicante·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 6 Nov)

Vectalia

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Hours: Jornada intensiva all year · Rotating shifts, including nights
Work mode: On-site, Alicante
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Driving licence: Category D

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Requirements

What we're looking for

A valid Category D driving license is essential.
Basic knowledge of mechanics and the ability to perform small maintenance and repair tasks (filter changes, lights, belts, oil checks, etc.).

Nice to have

Previous experience driving heavy vehicles, especially trucks or industrial vehicles.
Experience performing basic maintenance tasks or small repairs on vehicles.
Training related to mechanics or vehicle maintenance.

The role

Vectalia is a business group with over one hundred years of experience, a national benchmark in the provision of Services, Transport and Mobility, with its head office in Alicante.

We are a company committed to Equal Opportunities between women and men; we believe in the unique talent of each person and we know that diversity brings value to teams, driving more innovative, creative and efficient organisations.

We are looking for a Workshop Operator with a Category D License to perform support functions in our bus workshop.

We value your experience and we will train and support you so that you can develop your skills in the maintenance of large vehicles.

What you'll do

Movement and transfer of buses between facilities and different locations.
Support for the mechanics team in maintenance tasks and small repairs.
Collaboration in the preparation and tuning up of vehicles.
Other support tasks related to the workshop activity.

How you'll work

Permanent contract and full-time hours.
Intensive rotating shifts.
Additional allowances for night work, D licence, public holidays.
Joining a stable company, with a good working environment and opportunities for professional development.

If you have experience with heavy vehicles, knowledge of mechanics, and are looking for a new professional opportunity in which to combine your skills with workshop tasks, we want to meet you!

About Vectalia

Vectalia is a European transport and mobility group operating urban and intercity bus networks, as well as facility services such as cleaning and security, primarily across Spain and France. The company manages public transport concessions and employs thousands of workers, positioning itself as a key player in regional mobility and facility management.

In Spain, Vectalia operates under the Vectalia brand with a significant presence in the Valencian Community, including a headquarters in Alicante, and has offices in cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, and Málaga. The company actively recruits for a wide range of operational roles — from bus drivers and mechanics to security guards, cleaners, and administrative staff — making it a relevant employer for international professionals seeking stable, blue-collar or operational positions in Spain's transport and facility services sector.

Industry: Public Transport
Founded: 1995
Employees: 10,000–15,000
Headquarters: Alicante, Spain
In Spain: Alicante, Madrid, Barcelona and 8 more

Good to know if you are moving

Vectalia operates in several European countries, offering opportunities for cross-border mobility within the group.
The company is a major employer in the Valencian Community, with a high concentration of roles in Alicante and its surroundings.
Many operational roles (bus drivers, mechanics, security guards) are covered by Spanish collective bargaining agreements, which can be a learning curve for international hires.
The company regularly publishes job openings on its own careers portal, indicating an active and continuous recruitment effort.
While Spanish language skills are essential for most customer-facing roles, some technical and back-office positions may be more accessible for non-Spanish speakers.

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