Day Fitter

Arriva Merseyside Limited; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Arriva Merseyside Limited is seeking a skilled Day Fitter to join our engineering team. You will maintain and repair buses, diagnose faults across mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems, and prepare vehicles for MOTs.

A recognised apprenticeship and a full UK driving licence are essential, with a readiness to work overtime as needed. You will work in a supportive team environment, using diagnostic equipment and standard tools to ensure safety and reliability of our fleet.

Qualifications

• A recognised apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, Automotive Engineering, or similar.
• Proven experience as a fitter/technician on heavy vehicles (bus/coach experience desirable).
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Confidence using workshop tools and diagnostic equipment.
• A full UK driving licence (PCV preferred or willingness to obtain).
• A team player with ability to work independently when required.
• High attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work.
• Flexibility to support overtime or weekend work when required.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine preventative maintenance, inspections, and servicing on buses.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults.
• Working on engines, transmissions, brakes and suspension.
• Completing repairs and component replacements using appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Preparing vehicles for MOT and regulatory inspections, including pre-MOT checks.
• Accurately recording all maintenance and repair work.
• Following health & safety regulations and company policies at all times.
• Working closely with colleagues and reporting issues to supervisors.
• Taking part in ongoing training to keep up to date with new vehicle technologies.

Skills

Fault-finding

Team player

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

Heavy vehicle maintenance apprenticeship

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

We’re looking for a skilled Day Fitter to join our engineering team at Arriva.

You’ll play a key role in keeping our bus fleet safe, reliable, and ready for service by carrying out planned maintenance, inspections, and repairs.

If you’re an experienced heavy vehicle technician who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys working as part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Carrying out routine preventative maintenance, inspections, and servicing on buses

• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults

• Working on key vehicle systems including engines, transmissions, brakes, and suspension

• Completing repairs and component replacements using appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment

• Preparing vehicles for MOT and regulatory inspections, including pre-MOT checks

• Accurately recording all maintenance and repair work

• Following health & safety regulations and company policies at all times

• Working closely with colleagues and reporting issues to supervisors

• Taking part in ongoing training to keep up to date with new vehicle technologies

What we’re looking for

• A recognised apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, Automotive Engineering, or similar

• Proven experience as a Fitter / Technician on heavy goods vehicles (bus or coach experience desirable)

• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems

• Confidence using workshop tools and diagnostic equipment

• A full UK driving licence (PCV preferred, or willingness to obtain)

• A team player with the ability to work independently when required

• High attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work

• Flexibility to support occasional overtime or weekend work if required

Why join Arriva?

• Stable, permanent employment with a leading transport provider

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Modern workshops and well-maintained fleets

• Supportive team environment with clear safety standards