PSV Engineer

NMS Recruit Ltd; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

40-hour week

Daytime shifts

Flexible working

On-call rota

Annual leave 28-33 days

IRTEC training

Career development

Job summary

NMS Recruit Ltd is seeking an experienced PCV Engineer to join a busy Engineering Department in Farnworth. You will inspect, service, maintain and repair PCV and HGV fleets to keep operations safe and compliant.

You will work 40 hours per week with daytime shifts and overtime, providing opportunities to develop skills through IRTEC training and ongoing technical upskilling.

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering qualifications or proven PCV/HGV experience.
• Experience in commercial vehicle maintenance.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities.
• Good IT and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A full UK driving licence.
• A professional, reliable and safety-focused approach.
• Willingness to obtain a PCV licence – training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled 6-weekly inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using modern diagnostic equipment.
• Complete servicing, repairs and maintenance to PCV vehicles.
• Identify faults efficiently and carry out effective repairs to minimise vehicle downtime.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and annual testing.
• Ensure all vehicles meet required safety and regulatory standards.
• Complete maintenance records, inspection sheets and other relevant documentation accurately.
• Work safely and professionally at all times, maintaining high standards of workmanship.
• Support the wider Engineering team to ensure the fleet remains operational and road-ready.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Mechanical fault-finding

IT proficiency

Communication

Teamwork

Full UK driving licence

Education

Engineering qualifications

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Salary: Up to £25 per hour + Overtime

Hours: 40 hours per week - daytime shifts, with flexibility

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced PCV Engineer to join a busy Engineering Department and play a vital role in keeping a modern commercial vehicle fleet safe, reliable and operational.

You'll be responsible for the inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair of PCV and HGV vehicles, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in line with current safety and regulatory requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking for stability, good working hours, paid overtime and genuine opportunities to develop their skills and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled 6-weekly inspections and preventative maintenance
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using modern diagnostic equipment
• Complete servicing, repairs and maintenance to PCV vehicles
• Identify faults efficiently and carry out effective repairs to minimise vehicle downtime
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and annual testing
• Ensure all vehicles meet required safety and regulatory standards
• Complete maintenance records, inspection sheets and other relevant documentation accurately
• Work safely and professionally at all times, maintaining high standards of workmanship
• Support the wider Engineering team to ensure the fleet remains operational and road-ready

About You

We're looking for an experienced and motivated engineer who takes pride in their work and understands the importance of vehicle safety and reliability.

You’ll ideally have:

• Relevant engineering qualifications or proven experience working on PCV or HGV vehicles
• Previous experience in commercial vehicle maintenance
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Good IT and administrative skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A full UK driving licence
• A professional, reliable and safety-focused approach
• A willingness to obtain a PCV licence - training can be provided

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary with attractive overtime rates
• 40-hour working week
• Predominantly daytime shifts
• Flexible working arrangements
• Paid weekend on-call rota following a qualifying period
• 28 days annual leave, increasing to up to 33 days with bonus holiday allowance
• IRTEC training and qualifications
• Ongoing technical training and upskilling
• Long-term career development opportunities
• A stable position within an established and growing engineering environment