Night PSV Engineer — Fleet Diagnostics & Repairs

arriva; Norwood; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Career progression

Training and development

Free or discounted bus travel

Stable long-term careers

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Arriva UK Bus is seeking skilled Engineers to join our expanding engineering teams across the business. Roles cover PSV engineering, HGV maintenance, mechanical and electrical engineering, rail, and other heavy vehicle repair, offering a long-term career with a leading UK transport operator.

As an Engineer, you will maintain and improve our fleet and infrastructure, ensuring vehicles are safe, reliable and operational for millions of passengers daily.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• Previous PSV Engineer, HGV Technician, Bus Mechanic, or related experience.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures in engineering/transport.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on buses, PSVs, vehicles, and engineering equipment
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using advanced 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

Skills

PSV/HV Maintenance

Diagnostic fault-finding

Drawing interpretation

Health & safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 in PSV/Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Arriva UK Bus is seeking skilled Engineers to join our expanding engineering teams across the business. Roles cover PSV engineering, HGV maintenance, mechanical and electrical engineering, rail, and other heavy vehicle repair, offering a long-term career with a leading UK transport operator.

As an Engineer, you will maintain and improve our fleet and infrastructure, ensuring vehicles are safe, reliable and operational for millions of passengers daily.