Engineering technician/Engineer

Arriva Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport organisation in Tees Valley is seeking an experienced Engineering Technician/Engineer. This role involves maintaining the fleet of PCV vehicles with duties including servicing, repairs, and MOT preparation. A level 3 NVQ in vehicle maintenance is required, along with the ability to work safely and independently. Attractive benefits include a competitive hourly rate, 25 days holiday, and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

Free bus pass for you and your family

25 days holiday

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Recognised qualifications in PSV/HGV maintenance are required.
• Must be able to work safely and adhere to standards.
• Inspection and maintenance of vehicles are essential.

Responsibilities

• Repair and service vehicles to Arriva and DVSA standards.
• Improve vehicle reliability and maintenance.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and diagnose faults.

Skills

Knowledge of PSV/HGV maintenance

Ability to work unsupervised

Electrical knowledge

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Arriva isn’t just one of the biggest transport organisations in the area. We’re one of the biggest in Europe, which means more opportunities for you.

An excellent and rewarding job opportunity has arisen for an experienced and ambitious individual to join our garage as an Engineering Technician/Engineer reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, whilst maintaining the fleet of PCV vehicles here at our Darlington Depot (this will involve shift work including earlies, lates and weekends).

What does it involve?

• Shifts are 5 over 7 Sunday to Saturday (hours to be confirmed at interview)
• Competitive Salary with x1.5 time overtime
• Servicing and repairs to Arriva and DVSA standards.
• Continuous improvement of vehicle standards
• MOT preparation
• Vehicle fault diagnosis and ensuring reliability and maintenance is kept to Arriva Standards (Higher than DVSA)

Requirements

• Knowledge of PSV/HGV maintenance with recognised qualifications (E.G level 3 NVQ)
• Can work safely and unsupervised to pre-set standards and guidelines
• Electrical knowledge is desirable but not necessary
• A PCV license is desirable but not necessary
• Inspection of vehicles for the scheduled maintenance (training can be provided) with IRTEC accreditation favourable

Benefits

• £16.82-£18.95 per hour DOE
• 25 Days Holiday
• Contributory pension scheme
• Great prospects for a rewarding career with progression and promotion opportunities

Free Bus pass for you and your family