Senior PSV Technical Specialist

ACS Automotive; Southwater; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + Bank holidays

Workplace Pension Scheme

Employee benefits portal

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

ACS Automotive in Southwater, West Sussex, seeks a Senior PSV Technical Specialist to lead technical excellence across minibus, bus and coach fleets, including EVs. You will guide internal teams, liaise with factories, and drive improvements while supporting UK and Ireland operations.

The role demands an automotive qualification or equivalent, 5+ years in a leadership/technical role, and strong fault-dinding and communication skills. Travel across the UK is expected.

Qualifications

• Automotive qualification or equivalent in Automotive Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership or technical role within the transport industry.
• Experience with minibus, bus, and coach vehicles and EVs.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Act as SME on minibus, bus, and coach vehicles and EV systems, providing technical guidance.
• Lead technical training sessions for internal teams on vehicle systems and EVs.
• Develop and update technical documentation, service manuals, and troubleshooting guides.
• Guide repair and maintenance procedures and support for all vehicle types.
• Be the primary escalation path for technical issues and liaise with factories/Head of Operations.

Skills

Leadership

Automotive Engineering

EV systems

CANBUS

Communication skills

Education

Automotive qualification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Senior PSV Technical Specialist
Southwater, West Sussex

Basic Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 DOE
Full-Time | Permanent
Monday–Thursday: 8:00am–5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am–3:00pm

to join a growing Minibus and Midicoach sales and aftersales specialist based in Southwater, West Sussex.

With deep engineering knowledge, a future-focused mindset, and an unrivalled approach to service, they help public and private sector operators unlock the full potential of their fleets.

As the Senior PSV Technical Specialist, you will be the company's technical expert on minibus, bus, and coach vehicles, including Electric Vehicles (EVs). You will be responsible for ensuring technical excellence and providing expert guidance in supporting thousands of vehicles across the UK and Ireland. In this role, you will be the first step in technical escalation for a team of PSV technicians based locally in Southwater and a group of field service technicians on the road nationally. You will work with the Head of Operations as a point of liaison with the factories that supply the vehicles, collaborating closely to maintain and enhance vehicle performance and quality. The ideal candidate should possess an automotive qualification or equivalent industry experience and training, have extensive experience as an engineering or technical lead in the transport industry.

The position offers long‑term stability, strong earning potential, and ongoing technical development within a growing aftersales operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the company's subject matter expert on minibus, bus, and coach vehicles, including Electric Vehicles (EVs) and their associated systems, providing technical advice and support to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Work alongside the Head of Operations when liaising with the factories supplying the vehicles, fostering strong relationships, and ensuring seamless communication for technical matters, including technical resolution and problem solving, acting as technical lead on product development and improvement engineering.
• Lead technical training sessions and workshops for internal teams, ensuring a high level of product knowledge and proficiency in handling technical issues for minibus, bus, coach, EV’s and systems.
• Oversee and contribute to the development and updating of technical documentation, service manuals, and troubleshooting guides for all vehicles.
• Collaborate with the Aftersales team to resolve complex technical issues and provide guidance on effective repair and maintenance procedures for all vehicle types. You will be the primary escalation path for technical support on all customer issues and vehicle off road issues, to guide the team towards an effective resolution.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and regulations related to passenger transport vehicles and Electric Vehicles (EVs) and implement best practices accordingly.
• Conduct regular technical audits and quality checks on vehicles to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
• Act as a technical advisor for customers and our approved service and repair network, addressing their queries and concerns related to vehicle performance, safety, adherence to regulations, and EV technology.
• Lead or contribute to special projects related to vehicle improvements, modifications, or customizations, with a particular emphasis on Electric Vehicles (EVs) and sustainable mobility solutions.
• Travel across the UK and to Turkey – Lithuania – Spain or Ireland will be required from time to time and may require flexibility of working hours.

Your Background & Skillset

• Automotive qualification or equivalent in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, along with substantial hands‑on experience in the transport industry.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership or technical role within the transport industry, with expertise in minibus, bus, coach, with exposure to Electric Vehicles (EVs) and associated systems.
• Profound understanding of passenger transport vehicle systems, components, CANBUS architecture, remote diagnosis assistance, and EV technology, with proven ability to diagnose and resolve technical challenges.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities to facilitate effective collaboration with internal teams, external suppliers, and customers.
• Strong independent and team‑based work capabilities, proficiently managing multiple projects and priorities concurrently.
• Exceptional problem‑solving skills and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring the highest level of technical accuracy and compliance.
• Demonstrated track record of advancing technical excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement initiatives within the passenger transport industry.
• Sound commercial acumen and adeptness with the Microsoft Office 365 suite of software.

What’s in it for you?

• Starting Salary £55,000 to £65,000 DOE
• Hours Monday to Thursday 8am to 5 pm, Friday 8am to 3pm.
• 25 days holiday + Bank holidays
• Statutory sick pay.
• Workplace Pension Scheme.
• Employee benefits portal.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.