Skilled Engineer

Arriva UK Bus Ltd; Greater London; Híbrido; GBP 32 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Free bus travel

Overtime opportunities

Career progression

Resumo da oferta

Arriva UK Bus is seeking skilled Engineers to join our expanding maintenance teams. Roles span PSV, HGV, and Vehicle engineering, with a focus on safety, reliability, and high-quality workmanship.

You will diagnose faults, perform preventative and reactive repairs, and support continuous improvement across fleet maintenance. Experience in a workshop environment and a full UK driving licence are preferred, with opportunities to mentor junior engineers.

Qualificações

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• Experience as a PSV Engineer, HGV Technician, Bus Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Mechanical Engineer, or Heavy Vehicle Engineer.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding experience within a workshop or fleet environment.
• Experience using engineering tools, workshop equipment, and vehicle diagnostic systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures within engineering and transport environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays where required.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on buses, PSVs, vehicles, and engineering equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Complete repairs, modifications, and upgrades in line with DVSA, safety, and engineering standards.
• Support fleet reliability through fault finding and technical problem solving.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation.
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
• Maintain accurate engineering records, inspection reports, and maintenance documentation.
• Work collaboratively with workshop teams, supervisors, and operational departments.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve vehicle reliability and workshop efficiency.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and apprentices where required.

Conhecimentos

Diagnostic skills

Fault finding

Independent worker

Team player

Attention to detail

Formação académica

NVQ Level 3 in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Ferramentas

Engineering tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Arriva UK Bus is looking for skilled and experienced Engineers to join our growing engineering teams across the business. Whether your background is in PSV engineering, HGV maintenance, mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, rail, heavy plant, or commercial vehicle repair, this is an exciting opportunity to build a long-term engineering career with one of the UK’s leading transport operators.

As an Engineer at Arriva, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving our fleet and infrastructure, helping ensure our vehicles remain safe, reliable, and fully operational for the millions of passengers who rely on our services every day.

Carry out preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on buses, PSVs, vehicles, and engineering equipment

Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment

Complete repairs, modifications, and upgrades in line with DVSA, safety, and engineering standards

Support fleet reliability through effective fault finding and technical problem solving

Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation

Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard

Maintain accurate engineering records, inspection reports, and maintenance documentation

Work collaboratively with workshop teams, supervisors, and operational departments

Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve vehicle reliability and workshop efficiency

Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and apprentices where required

What We’re Looking For

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Previous experience as a PSV Engineer, HGV Technician, Bus Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Mechanical Engineer, or Heavy Vehicle Engineer

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding experience within a workshop or fleet environment

Experience using engineering tools, workshop equipment, and vehicle diagnostic systems

Ability to work independently and as part of an engineering team

Good understanding of health and safety procedures within engineering and transport environments

Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship

Full UK driving licence preferred

Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays where required

Why Join Arriva UK Bus?

Competitive pay and overtime opportunities

Career progression within a leading UK transport operator

Ongoing training and development programmes

Free or discounted bus travel

Stable, long-term engineering careers

Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop new skills