PSV Shift Engineer

First Group; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on site parking

Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

Ensign Staff Pass

Job summary

Ensignbus is seeking an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualified PSV Shift Engineer for our Purfleet depot. The role involves diagnosing faults, repairing mechanical and electrical systems, and performing scheduled servicing to keep vehicles safe and reliable.

The position requires PSV experience, a valid UK driving licence, and a willingness to work shift patterns including early, middle, and late shifts, with weekend duties. Company benefits include on-site parking and holiday entitlements.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds equivalent in vehicle maintenance & repair.
• Experience working on PSV.
• Valid UK driving licence (HGV/PSV license preferred but not essential).
• Attention to detail and a passion for mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and carry out mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Carry out scheduled servicing and routine inspections.
• Respond to on-road breakdowns and recoveries.
• Road test vehicles and ensure documentation complies with health and safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Passion for mechanics

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds equivalent

Job description

Position:PSV Shift Engineer

Location:Juliette Way, Purfleet-on-Thames, South Ockendon RM15 4YF

Ensignbus is the multi award bus company running the majority of bus services in Thurrock as well as operating Rail Replacement services, Private Charter services for schools, football teams, and corporate clients and extensive use of heritage vehicles from our depot in Purfleet. In addition, we are one of the largest second‑hand bus dealers in the UK and carry out bespoke conversion and refurbishment work for clients of all kinds.

We are now looking for an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualified PSV Shift Engineer to join the busy team at our Ensignbus Depot in Purfleet – PSV mechanical and electrical experience is great however we love to hear from ex‑Forces personnel with an engineering apprenticeship qualification, and experienced engineers from other automotive sectors looking for a change.

Key Details:

• £24.53 per hour
• £ 47,833 per annum
• Shift work (including weekends)
• Early (5AM-1PM) middle (6AM -2PM) late (2PM-10PM)

In this hands‑on role, you’ll keep vehicles running safely and reliably by diagnosing faults, completing mechanical and electrical repairs and replacing parts when needed. You’ll carry out scheduled servicing, routine inspections and preventative maintenance, as well as responding to on‑road breakdowns and recoveries. You’ll also road test vehicles where required and make sure all documentation is completed accurately and in line with regulations and health and safety standards.

What We're Looking For

• Do you have a Level 3 NVQ or City & Guilds equivalent in vehicle maintenance & repair?
• Do you have experience working on PSV?
• Do you hold a valid UK driving licence?
• An HGV/PSV license would be preferred but not essential
• Do you have a strong attention to detail and a passion for mechanics?

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process and to comply with UK employment requirements, we ask all applicants to confirm their right to work in the UK.

Rewards & Benefits:

• Free on site parking
• Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
• Ensign Staff Pass