PCV Mechanical Engineer - North West

DIAMOND BUS; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional bus service provider in the UK is seeking qualified PCV Technicians to maintain their fleet of buses. The role involves performing routine maintenance, diagnosing vehicle faults, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates with a proactive attitude and a willingness to learn, even outside the PCV industry, are encouraged to apply. Competitive shifts and career progression opportunities available.

Benefits

Attractive roster

Career progression opportunities

Free travel for family members

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive industry preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical vehicle components.
• PCV Licence or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on various vehicle types.
• Diagnose and rectify all vehicle faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT.
• Repair vehicles to company and DVSA standards.
• Complete vehicle and company documentation.
• Liaise with the parts department for correct parts.
• Ensure adherence to health & safety regulations.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Level 3 HGV City & Guilds/NVQ

Job description

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We have opportunities for qualified PCV Technicians to join our team at Diamond Bus, looking after our fleet of buses, which transport our valued customers to their desired location.

Ideally, we are looking for individuals with a proactive ‘can do’ attitude, who works well on their own initiative, but also effectively communicates with the rest of the team, ensuring vehicles are maintained to the highest standard.

Preferably, the candidate would be an experienced PCV Technician with knowledge of mechanical and electrical vehicle components and systems.

However, as it is essential that we build on our current team with an individual that has a positive attitude and willingness to learn, applications from outside the PCV industry will be welcomed, as full training and development can be provided on all our vehicle types.

Aside from the reward of helping to deliver a reliable service to our customers, there’s plenty more we can offer:

• Attractive roster – An attractive roster has been produced to create a work life balance colleagues can be happy with. You'll work shifts that are 4 over 7 guaranteeing 40 hours per week.
• Career progression – If you have ambitions of progressing on to a supervisory or management role, opportunities can be made available at any of our North West depots.
• Free travel – Free travel on any of our Diamond Bus services is provided for yourself, spouse and children.

Key Accountabilities:

• Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on a variety of vehicle types
• Diagnosing and rectifying all types of vehicle faults, using diagnostic equipment
• MOT preparation
• Repair all vehicles as required to company and DVSA standards
• Maintain and complete vehicle and Company documentation
• Liaising with the parts department to attain correct parts
• Ensuring health & safety regulations and safe working practices are adhered to

Advantageous Qualifications and Experience

• Level 3 HGV City & Guilds/NVQ or equivalent.
• Previous experience working in the automotive industry.
• PCV Licence or willing to work towards acquiring this.