PSV/HGV Mechanic - £2k Joiner Bonus & Great Benefits

First Eastern Counties Buses Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Job summary

First Bus is recruiting a PSV/HGV mechanic in Ipswich. The role focuses on diagnosing faults, completing repairs, and performing servicing to ensure vehicles stay safe and reliable.

You will also handle routine inspections, breakdown responses, and road tests with compliance to health and safety standards. Applicants should have Level 3 NVQ/SVQ or City & Guilds in vehicle maintenance and repair, plus HGV/PSV experience and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ/SVQ or City & Guilds equivalent in vehicle maintenance & repair.
• Experience on HGV or PSV vehicles.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and carry out mechanical repairs to keep vehicles running safely and reliably.
• Perform scheduled servicing, routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Respond to on-road breakdowns and recoveries as required.
• Road test vehicles to verify repairs and document work in line with regulations and health & safety standards.

Skills

HGV/PSV experience

UK driving licence

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in vehicle maintenance & repair

City & Guilds equivalent

Job description

First Bus is recruiting a PSV/HGV mechanic in Ipswich. The role focuses on diagnosing faults, completing repairs, and performing servicing to ensure vehicles stay safe and reliable.

You will also handle routine inspections, breakdown responses, and road tests with compliance to health and safety standards. Applicants should have Level 3 NVQ/SVQ or City & Guilds in vehicle maintenance and repair, plus HGV/PSV experience and a valid UK driving licence.