Skilled Engineer

Arriva Group; Whitecross; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Enhanced Overtime Rates

Refer a Friend Scheme (£500)

On-the-Job Training & Development

Free Travel on TfL services

License Upgrades support

Wellbeing Support

Generous Leave: 20 days + bank hols (r

Workplace Pension

Full PPE and Workwear

Job summary

Arriva London is seeking a skilled engineer to maintain and repair buses, ensuring safety and reliability across the fleet. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and support MOT preparation while upholding Arriva and DVSA standards.

We value candidates with NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, or 5+ years of hands-on experience, and a valid UK license with minimal points. A PCV license is preferred or obtainable.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification for PSV/HGV or light vehicle maintenance.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience accepted if not formally qualified.
• Full UK driving license with no more than 6 points.
• PCV license preferred or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to pass a PCV pre-employment medical.
• Commitment to delivering safe, reliable maintenance quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, and reactive repairs on a fleet of buses.
• Ensure servicing, inspections, and repairs meet Arriva and DVSA standards.
• Assist with MOT preparation, maintenance campaigns and quality checks.
• Improve bus reliability through ongoing monitoring, maintenance and repair.
• Work with flexible shift patterns as discussed with the team.

Skills

Maintenance & repair

Diagnostics

Safety & quality

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Join Arriva London as a Skilled Engineer and Help Power a Sustainable Future

Are you an experienced engineer passionate about maintaining and repairing buses to the highest standards? Join Arriva London, where you'll be part of a dedicated team ensuring reliable and sustainable transportation services across the capital. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional who takes pride in keeping London's buses running smoothly and safely.

What We're Looking For

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• Relevant Qualifications : PSV, HGV, or light vehicle maintenance and repair (minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent). We'll also consider candidates with 5+ years of relevant hands-on experience if you're not formally qualified.
• Full UK Driving License : Must have a valid UK driving license with no more than 6 points.
• PCV License : A PCV license is preferred, or you must be willing to obtain one.
• Medical Fitness : Ability to pass a PCV pre-employment medical.
• Commitment to Quality : A passion for delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality maintenance work.

Your Role

As a Skilled Engineer, you will:

• Perform planned and preventative maintenance , fault diagnosis, and reactive repairs on a fleet of commercial buses.
• Ensure that all vehicle servicing, inspections, and repairs meet Arriva and DVSA standards.
• Assist with MOT preparation , preventative maintenance campaigns, and quality checks.
• Improve bus reliability through continuous monitoring, maintenance, and repair.
• Enjoy flexible shift patterns that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle - we'll discuss the available options with you.

What Arriva Can Offer You

• Competitive Salary : We offer a competitive salary package.
• Enhanced Overtime Rates : Get rewarded for your hard work with generous overtime pay.
• Refer a Friend Scheme : Earn £500 for each successful referral.
• On-the-Job Training & Development : We provide training such as High Voltage Level 1-4/EV training, roadside assistance, IRTEC accreditation, and diagnostics training.
• Free Travel : Enjoy free travel on all TFL-operated transport services for you and a nominee.
• License Upgrades : We'll support you in upgrading your license to drive a bus.
• Wellbeing Support : Benefit from annual health screenings and access to Arriva's wellbeing programs.
• Generous Leave : 20 days of leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after 5 years of service.
• Workplace Pension : Secure your future with our workplace pension plan.
• Full PPE and Workwear : We provide all necessary protective gear to keep you safe on the job.