PSV Mechanic

Arriva Plc; Telford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

£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 plc in Telford is seeking a PSV Mechanic/PCV Engineer to service and repair PSV vehicles, ensuring high safety and reliability standards within a modern fleet. Applicants should have Level 3 NVQ in PSV/HGV and relevant hands-on experience.

The role covers shift work (early/late/weekends) with a competitive benefits package and training opportunities, including PCV licence training if required.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in PSV, HGV, automotive or vehicle engineering.
• Experience as a PSV Mechanic, HGV Technician, Bus Engineer, or Vehicle Technician is required.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills with knowledge of vehicle safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintenance, and repair of PSV vehicles.
• Mechanical and electrical fault finding and diagnostics.
• MOT preparation and preventative maintenance inspections.

Skills

Fault finding

Diagnostic skills

Safety procedures

Independent working

Education

Level 3 NVQ in PSV/HGV/veh eng

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Workshop technology

Job description

PSV Mechanic

Date: 2026-09-22T00:00:00

Location: Telford, Shropshire, GB, TF3 4

Application Deadline: 2026-12-22T07:01:14.023

Time type: Full time

Job Description

Overview

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 Technician
• Strong 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. and become part of a team that values engineering excellence, safety, and continuous improvement.