Skilled Engineer- Nights

Arriva London North Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Arriva plc is seeking a highly skilled engineer for night shifts to maintain and improve a diverse fleet and infrastructure. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults across buses, trains and related assets.

You will lead and mentor junior engineers, implement preventive maintenance, and ensure safety and regulatory standards. Strong analytical and diagnostic abilities, plus collaboration with cross-functional teams, are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent with extensive experience
• 5+ years hands-on engineering experience, transport/heavy machinery preferred
• Proven ability to diagnose and fix complex mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults
• Strong knowledge of industry standards, regulations and best practices
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and equipment
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Commitment to continuous professional development

Responsibilities

• Perform complex diagnostic and repair work on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems in our fleet and infrastructure
• Lead and mentor junior engineers and technicians with technical guidance
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance to minimize downtime
• Inspect and test equipment to ensure safety and standards compliance
• Analyze fault data to identify root causes and propose solutions
• Collaborate with operations, safety and procurement to improve performance
• Contribute to design and implementation of engineering upgrades
• Maintain records of maintenance, repairs and parts used
• Adhere to health and safety policies and procedures

Skills

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Diagnostic tools

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Diagnostic tools & equipment

Job description

Skilled Engineer (Nights) - Arriva plc

Job Summary Arriva plc is seeking a highly skilled and experienced engineer to contribute to the maintenance and improvement of our diverse fleet and infrastructure. This role offers the opportunity to apply advanced technical expertise in a dynamic and challenging environment, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our services.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform complex diagnostic and repair work on a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems within our fleet (e.g., buses, trains) and associated infrastructure.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers and technicians, providing technical guidance and support on intricate issues.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and optimize asset longevity.
• Conduct thorough inspections and testing of equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
• Analyze technical data and fault reports to identify root causes of failures and propose effective solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, safety, and procurement, to enhance overall system performance.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of engineering modifications and upgrades.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Adhere strictly to all health and safety policies and procedures.

Job Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, or related field) or equivalent vocational qualifications with extensive relevant experience.
• Demonstrable experience (typically 5+ years) in a hands-on engineering role, preferably within the transport, heavy machinery, or similar industrial sectors.
• Proven expertise in diagnosing and rectifying complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults.
• Strong understanding of relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Pay and shifts

£25.57p per hour - £1109.56 weekly Rest rota of 7/3/7/4 working hours 21.50 to 06.26 hours

Arriva is a leading provider of passenger transport across Europe, employing around 34,400 people and delivering around 1.6 billion passenger journeys. With buses, trains, coaches, trams, waterbuses, bike-sharing systems, on-demand transport solutions and a rolling stock leasing company, Arriva proudly connects people and communities safely, reliably and sustainably across 11 countries, delivering these services in a better way, every day. The activities of Arriva are divided into four business units: UK Bus, UK Trains, The Netherlands and Mainland Europe. Arriva has passenger transport operations in the Czech Republic, Croatia, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and the United Kingdom, and also operates a rolling stock leasing company in Romania.