Shift Engineer – PSV/HGV Fleet Technician

Arriva Kent & Surrey Limited; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career progression

Ongoing training

Free or discounted bus travel

Stable long-term careers

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Arriva UK Bus is seeking skilled Engineers to join our engineering teams across the business. Whether your background is PSV engineering, HGV maintenance, or general mechanical engineering, this role offers a long-term career with a leading UK transport operator.

You will maintain and improve our fleet and infrastructure to keep vehicles safe, reliable and fully operational for millions of passengers daily, with opportunities for progression and training.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• Proven experience as PSV Engineer, HGV Technician, Bus Mechanic or related role.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills in a workshop or fleet environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on buses, PSVs and related equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults using diagnostic tools.
• Complete repairs and upgrades in line with DVSA and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate service records and maintenance documentation.
• Read drawings and technical manuals to support repairs.
• Work safely, to high standards, and meet quality targets.
• Collaborate with workshop teams and operational departments.
• Support continuous improvement to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and apprentices where required.

Skills

Strong diagnostic fault-finding

Teamwork

Independent worker

Health & safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 PSV/Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Arriva UK Bus is seeking skilled Engineers to join our engineering teams across the business. Whether your background is PSV engineering, HGV maintenance, or general mechanical engineering, this role offers a long-term career with a leading UK transport operator.

You will maintain and improve our fleet and infrastructure to keep vehicles safe, reliable and fully operational for millions of passengers daily, with opportunities for progression and training.