PSV Mechanic

Arriva; Luton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Free bus travel for you and household

PCV licence training provided

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Arriva is seeking an experienced PSV Mechanic to service, maintain and repair PSV vehicles, with a focus on diagnostics and safety. The role supports the rollout of electric buses and the move toward sustainable transit.

The ideal candidate has a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and capable of shift work including evenings and weekends. Training and progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Proven PSV/HGV mechanic or engineer experience required.
• Level 3 qualification in Vehicle or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintenance, and repair of PSV vehicles.
• Mechanical and electrical fault finding and diagnostics.
• MOT preparation and preventive maintenance inspections.
• Vehicle safety inspections and quality checks.
• Roadside breakdown response and reactive repairs.
• Using modern diagnostic equipment and workshop tech.
• Collaborate within an engineering team.

Skills

PSV/HGV experience

Diagnostics

Teamwork

UK driving license

Electrical systems knowledge

Shift flexibility

Education

Level 3 Vehicle/Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

PSV Mechanic £26.35 per hour Full-time | 5 out of 7 shift rota (mornings, afternoons & late shifts)

Are you an experienced PSV Mechanic, PCV Engineer, HGV Technician or Bus Mechanic looking for your next engineering opportunity? Join Arriva and play a vital role in keeping our fleet moving safely and reliably — including supporting the introduction of our new electric buses as we move towards a more sustainable future.

What You’ll Be Doing

• 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

• Proven experience as a PSV/HGV mechanic or engineer (automotive, heavy vehicle, or rail considered)
• Level 3 qualification in Vehicle or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent)
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving license (PCV/HGV desirable, but not essential)
• Electrical systems knowledge (desirable but not essential)
• Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern, including evenings and weekends

What You’ll Get in Return

• £26.35 per hour
• 25 days holiday
• Structured engineering career progression
• PCV licence training provided if required
• Contributory pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development, including upskilling on electric vehicles and new technology
• Free bus travel for you and your household
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• IRTEC accreditation support available

Why Join Arriva?

We’re investing in the future of public transport. With new electric buses entering our fleet, this is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills and be part of the transition to greener, more sustainable travel.

Arriva is a leading provider of passenger transport across Europe, employing around 34,400 people and delivering around 1.6 billion passenger journeys. With buses, trains, coaches, trams, waterbuses, bike-sharing systems, on-demand transport solutions and a rolling stock leasing company, Arriva proudly connects people and communities safely, reliably and sustainably across 11 countries, delivering these services in a better way, every day. The activities of Arriva are divided into four business units: UK Bus, UK Trains, The Netherlands and Mainland Europe. Arriva has passenger transport operations in the Czech Republic, Croatia, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and the United Kingdom, and also operates a rolling stock leasing company in Romania.

Thanks for your interest in working on our team!! Our expansion is opening up exciting prospects! As our team grows, we’re on the lookout for the brightest talent to join us. Our ongoing success hinges on this! We’re grateful for your consideration to become a part of our dynamic team!