skillled night bus mechanic

Arriva; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

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

As an Engineer, you’ll perform preventative maintenance and reactive repairs, diagnose faults with advanced tools, read technical drawings, and contribute to safety and DVSA standards.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• Experience as PSV Engineer, HGV Technician, Bus Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, or Heavy Vehicle Engineer.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills in a workshop or fleet environment.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures in engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on buses, PSVs, vehicles, and engineering equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using advanced diagnostic tools.
• 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 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.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and apprentices where required.

Skills

PSV engineering

HGV maintenance

fault finding

diagnostic tools

teamwork

health and safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Vehicle diagnostic systems

Workshop tools

Job description

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.Key Responsibilities – Engineer / PSV Engineer / HGV TechnicianCarry out preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on buses, PSVs, vehicles, and engineering equipmentDiagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using advanced diagnostic tools and equipmentComplete repairs, modifications, and upgrades in line with DVSA, safety, and engineering standardsSupport fleet reliability through effective fault finding and technical problem solvingRead and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, manuals, and technical documentationEnsure all maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standardMaintain accurate engineering records, inspection reports, and maintenance documentationWork collaboratively with workshop teams, supervisors, and operational departmentsSupport continuous improvement initiatives to improve vehicle reliability and workshop efficiencyProvide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and apprentices where requiredWhat We’re Looking ForNVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV or Heavy Vehicle MaintenancePrevious experience as a PSV Engineer, HGV Technician, Bus Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Mechanical Engineer, or Heavy Vehicle EngineerStrong diagnostic and fault-finding experience within a workshop or fleet environmentExperience using engineering tools, workshop equipment, and vehicle diagnostic systemsAbility to work independently and as part of an engineering teamGood understanding of health and safety procedures within engineering and transport environmentsStrong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanshipFull UK driving licence preferredFlexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays where requiredWhy Join Arriva UK Bus?Competitive pay and overtime opportunitiesCareer progression within a leading UK transport operatorOngoing training and development programmesFree or discounted bus travelStable, long-term engineering careersSupportive team environment with opportunities to develop new skillsApply for Engineer Jobs at Arriva UK Bus TodayIf you are searching for PSV Engineer jobs, HGV Technician careers, Mechanical Engineer roles, or Bus Mechanic opportunities, apply today and become part of a team that keeps communities moving safely and reliably across the UK.