Night Shift PSV/HGV Technician

First Bus; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

First Bus, one of the UK's largest bus operators, is looking for a Night Shift PSV/HGV Technician in Bradford. This role involves diagnosing and repairing vehicle faults, servicing, and ensuring vehicle safety. Ideal candidates will have an NVQ level 3 qualification, along with experience in mechanical and electrical repairs. Attractive perks include free bus travel for family and the chance to join a motivated team focused on well-being.

Benefits

Free travel on our buses for you and your family

First Xclusives discount scheme

£6 all-day train travel

Pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with vehicle systems including engines, gearboxes, and braking systems is required.
• Familiarity with workshop equipment and diagnostic tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing, and parts replacement.
• Attend on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries.
• Perform routine vehicle examinations using handheld devices.

Skills

Diagnosing vehicle faults

Repair skills in PCV Mechanical, Electrical & Body

Diagnostic equipment usage

Education

NVQ level 3 qualification

Job description

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Client:

First Bus

Location:

Bradford, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

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Job Description:

We're one of the country's largest bus operators – and our engineering teams are working at the forefront of bus technology. Nationwide, we are investing in state-of-the-art new buses, and in the workshops and people that service them. A First Bus depot is the perfect environment to continue growing your engineering know-how. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.

About the role

If you have an NVQ level 3 qualification with proven experience as a Mech/Elec, why not express your interest today by registering your profile against this vacancy, and we'll take your engineering skills to the next level.

The successful Night Shift PSV/HGV Technician will be responsible for the following duties:

• Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing, and parts replacement.
• Diagnose vehicle faults and specify the correct method of repair and parts to be used.
• Carry out vehicle servicing and routine vehicle examinations using handheld data capture devices if applicable.
• Attend on-road vehicle breakdowns and recoveries.
• Carry out vehicle road testing where necessary to identify specific vehicle defects or following remedial repair.
• PCV Mechanical, Electrical & Body Repair Skills required.

Hourly rate: £18.77

Working shift: Sunday to Thursday – 22:00 – 06:00

About you

• PCV licence isn't essential, we can support you in gaining it.
• Are you fully conversant with the overhaul and repair of vehicle systems including engines, automatic/semi-automatic gearboxes, drive trains, compressed air systems, hydraulic systems, braking systems, steering systems, suspension systems, cooling systems and basic auto electrics?
• Are you fully conversant with the safe operation of workshop equipment including brake rolling road testers, tracking gauges, hydraulic vehicle lifts, pressurised oil and waste systems, battery chargers and starters, trolley jacks, scaffolding, pressure wash and automatic washing equipment, digital smoke readers, headlamp alignment testers, hydraulic jacks and testing equipment, drilling machines, torque wrenches, pedestal grinders and general portable equipment (i.e. air guns, drills, electric and pneumatic hand tools etc..)?
• Have you working experience with all relevant diagnostic equipment including hydraulic flow meters, air, and vacuum gauges, multi meters, temperature gauges, micrometers, Vernier gauges, engine and gearbox laptop testing equipment?
• Do you possess the basic skills in gas and electric welding, burning, and basic body repairs?
• Free travel on our buses for you and your family
• First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
• £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme

We put a big focus on physical and mental well-being at First Bus. We recognize that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.