PSV/HGV Engineer – Fleet Reliability & Free Bus Travel

Arriva UK Bus Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free bus travel

Overtime opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

Arriva UK Bus is seeking skilled Engineers to join our expanding maintenance teams. Roles span PSV, HGV, and Vehicle engineering, with a focus on safety, reliability, and high-quality workmanship.

You will diagnose faults, perform preventative and reactive repairs, and support continuous improvement across fleet maintenance. Experience in a workshop environment and a full UK driving licence are preferred, with opportunities to mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• Experience as a PSV Engineer, HGV Technician, Bus Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Mechanical Engineer, or Heavy Vehicle Engineer.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding experience within a workshop or fleet environment.
• Experience using engineering tools, workshop equipment, and vehicle diagnostic systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures within engineering and transport environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays where required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on buses, PSVs, vehicles, and engineering equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Complete repairs, modifications, and upgrades in line with DVSA, safety, and engineering standards.
• Support fleet reliability through 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

Diagnostic skills

Fault finding

Independent worker

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Tools

Engineering tools

Job description

Arriva UK Bus is seeking skilled Engineers to join our expanding maintenance teams. Roles span PSV, HGV, and Vehicle engineering, with a focus on safety, reliability, and high-quality workmanship.

You will diagnose faults, perform preventative and reactive repairs, and support continuous improvement across fleet maintenance. Experience in a workshop environment and a full UK driving licence are preferred, with opportunities to mentor junior engineers.