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Arriva

Pan-European bus and rail transport operator

Night Shift Bus Mechanic - PSV/HGV

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceUpdated on Nov 11
Full-timeEnfield, UKNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance is required.
  • Previous experience as a PSV Engineer, HGV Technician, Bus Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Mechanical Engineer, or Heavy Vehicle Engineer is required.
  • Strong diagnostic and fault-finding experience within a workshop or fleet environment is required.
  • Experience using engineering tools, workshop equipment, and vehicle diagnostic systems is required.
  • A full UK driving licence is preferred for the role.
  • Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays is required where necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on buses, PSVs, vehicles, and engineering equipment.
  • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using diagnostic tools and equipment.
  • Complete repairs, modifications, and upgrades in line with DVSA, safety, and engineering standards.
  • Support fleet reliability through effective fault finding and technical problem solving.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation.
  • Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
  • Maintain accurate engineering records, inspection reports, and maintenance documentation.
  • Work collaboratively with workshop teams, supervisors, and operational departments.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve vehicle reliability and workshop efficiency.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and apprentices where required.

Desired Qualifications

  • A full UK driving licence.

About the Company

Arriva

Pan-European bus and rail transport operator

Arriva runs bus, rail, and other passenger services across multiple European countries, coordinating operations through a network of local operators. Its products work by managing timetables, routes, maintenance, and customer service to provide organized public transit while pursuing fleet decarbonization. It differentiates itself with a history of cross-border expansion and a pan-European footprint under private ownership, focusing on growth and efficiency. Its goal is to deliver reliable, accessible, and cleaner transportation across 10 European countries while expanding services and reducing emissions.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Sunderland, United Kingdom
Founded
1938

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