Psv Mechanic

Arriva; Halford CP; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£20 per hour

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Contributory pension

Free bus travel for you and a family

Employee retail discounts

Wellbeing support

Ongoing training and development

PCV licence training provided

IRTEC accreditation support

Job summary

Arriva Telford Depot is seeking an experienced PSV Mechanic/PCV Engineer to maintain a modern passenger vehicle fleet, ensuring safety and reliability. You will perform servicing, diagnostics, MOT prep, and safety checks in a professional engineering environment.

Ideal candidates have Level 3 NVQ in PSV/HGV/Automotive, strong fault-finding skills, and the ability to work across shifts (earlies/lates/weekends). Training and career progression are on offer.

Qualifications

• Experience as PSV Mechanic or PCV/HGV technician.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety and maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintenance, and repair of PSV vehicles.
• Mechanical and electrical fault finding and diagnostics.
• MOT preparation and preventative maintenance inspections.
• Vehicle safety inspections and quality control checks.
• Roadside breakdown response and reactive repairs.
• Using modern diagnostic equipment and workshop technology.
• Shift work including earlies, lates and weekends.

Skills

PSV Mechanic

PCV Engineer

HGV Technician

Bus Mechanic

Education

Level 3 NVQ in PSV/HGV/Automotive

Job description

Are you an experienced PSV Mechanic, PCV Engineer, HGV Technician or Bus Mechanic looking for your next engineering opportunity in Telford?At Arriva Telford Depot, we’re looking for a skilled PSV/PCV Engineer who takes pride in delivering high-quality vehicle maintenance, fault diagnosis, and safety-focused engineering standards.This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading transport operators, working on a modern passenger vehicle fleet within a professional engineering environment that values safety, reliability, and career development.

Why Join Arriva as a PSV Mechanic?

Competitive Benefits Package

• £20 per hour
• Structured engineering career progression
• Industry-leading engineering standards exceeding DVSA requirements
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free bus travel for you and a family member
• Employee retail discounts worth up to £1,200 per year
• Wellbeing and mental health support
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• PCV licence training provided if required
• IRTEC accreditation support available

PSV Engineer Responsibilities

As a PSV Mechanic / Skilled PCV Engineer at Arriva Telford, you’ll play a key role in maintaining vehicle safety, reliability, and performance across our passenger transport fleet.Your duties will include:

• Servicing, maintenance, and repair of PSV vehicles
• Mechanical and electrical fault finding and diagnostics
• MOT preparation and preventative maintenance inspections
• Vehicle safety inspections and quality control checks
• Roadside breakdown response and reactive repairs
• Using modern diagnostic equipment and workshop technology
• Working collaboratively within a skilled engineering team
• Shift work including earlies, lates, and weekends (5 days out of 7)

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this PSV Mechanic / PCV Engineer role, you should have:

• Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in PSV, HGV, automotive or vehicle engineering
• Experience as a PSV Mechanic, HGV Technician, Bus Engineer, or Vehicle TechnicianStrong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Knowledge of vehicle safety and maintenance procedures
• Ability to work independently and follow engineering standards
• Electrical systems knowledge (desirable but not essential)
• PCV licence preferred — training can be provided
• IRTEC accreditation welcomed

Build Your Engineering Career with Arriva

If you’re a skilled PSV Engineer or HGV Technician looking for a long-term engineering career with genuine progression opportunities, Arriva Telford Depot offers the stability, training, and professional environment to help you succeed.