PSV & HGV Mechanic - Day Shift, Overtime Weekend Pay

FirstGroup; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstBus Rochdale is hiring a PSV/ HGV Mechanic to diagnose faults, repair vehicles, and replace parts to keep fleets on the road. You will conduct scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

The role requires a Level 3 NVQ/SVQ or City & Guilds equivalent, HGV/PSV experience, a UK driving licence and IRTEC accreditation. Base hours are Mon-Fri with weekend overtime opportunity in Rochdale.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and carry out mechanical repairs and part replacements.
• Carry out scheduled servicing and routine inspections.
• Perform preventative maintenance and respond to on‑road breakdowns.
• Road test vehicles where required and complete regulatory documentation accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Passion for mechanics

UK driving licence

Education

Level 3 NVQ/SVQ or City & Guilds equivalent in vehicle maintenance & repair

IRTEC accreditation

Job description

FirstBus Rochdale is hiring a PSV/ HGV Mechanic to diagnose faults, repair vehicles, and replace parts to keep fleets on the road. You will conduct scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

The role requires a Level 3 NVQ/SVQ or City & Guilds equivalent, HGV/PSV experience, a UK driving licence and IRTEC accreditation. Base hours are Mon-Fri with weekend overtime opportunity in Rochdale.