Mechanic/Technician - Heavy Vehicle/PCV

Somerset Passenger Solutions; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A ground transport service provider in Ipswich is seeking a skilled technician to join their maintenance team. You will work with a variety of vehicle types, ensuring they meet safety and performance standards. Candidates must hold at least an NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and have two years of relevant experience. The role involves providing MOT preparation and vehicle inspection, along with a proactive approach to maintaining relationships across departments. Flexible hours required, with various benefits including a contributory pension and employee discounts.

Benefits

Pension – 5% matched contribution

Employee discount scheme

Free bus travel & reduced rail travel

Life assurance

Annual pay review

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or C&G equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (PCV preferred).
• At least two years relevant experience in heavy vehicle engineering.
• Flexible approach to working hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide MOT preparation, vehicle inspection, maintenance and repair services.
• Maintain understanding of vehicle inspection standards.
• Promote good working relationships between departments.

Skills

Technical judgement

Pragmatic attitude

Good relationship management

Flexibility in working hours

Education

NVQ Level 3 or C&G equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic technology

Job description

Specialist Passenger Solutions provides essential bus services transporting thousands of workers to and from Sizewell C. By joining our technician team, you will work across a variety of vehicle types, including electric, hydrogen and diesel vehicles, using cutting‑edge diagnostic technology. You will play a key role in ensuring vehicles meet our safety and performance standards, enabling us to deliver outstanding service for our customers every day. Shift options: 04:00 – 12:30 or 13:00 – 21:30. Specialist Passenger Solutions welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Part of a team providing MOT preparation, vehicle inspection, maintenance, diagnostic and repair services to a varied PCV fleet.
• Maintain a clear understanding of vehicle inspection standards and compliance requirements.
• Promote and ensure a good working relationship between engineering and operations departments.
• Control and monitor parts usage and stock control.
• Consistently proactive in ensuring peak vehicle requirement is achieved.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or C&G equivalent or above in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (PCV preferred).
• At least two years relevant, recent, and demonstrable post‑training experience in heavy vehicle engineering, preferably PCV.
• Ability to apply consistently high standards of technical judgement.
• Pragmatic and proactive, can‑do attitude to short notice workshop deadlines.
• Flexible approach to working hours as we work towards becoming a 24/7 business.
• Possession of a full driving licence (category D desirable).

Desirable

• PCV Electrical system aptitude and experience in the bus industry.
• Good electrical and diagnostic ability.
• Possession of IRTEC licence (Inspection / Service Maintenance Technician).
• Knowledge of the transport sector.

All employees must be willing to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks and hold or obtain a DBS certificate.

Benefits

• Pension – 5% contributory pension matched by us.
• Employee discount scheme.
• Free bus travel & significantly reduced rail travel for you & family members.
• Life assurance.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Annual pay review linked to retail price index.