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ARRIVA Plc; Redcar; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport provider is seeking a Multiskilled Shift Engineer (PSV Mechanic) to maintain and service their bus fleet in Redcar. The role involves high-quality maintenance and repairs, and candidates should have an NVQ Level 2 or relevant experience. Arriva offers benefits including enhanced overtime rates, free travel, and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Enhanced overtime rates

Free travel for employee and nominee

Licence upgrade training

Access to retail discounts worth £1,200 a year

Annual health screening

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Full PPE & workwear provided

Qualifications

• At least 5 years relevant hands-on experience in vehicle repair and maintenance.
• Full UK driving licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points.
• Fit to pass a PCV pre-employment medical.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, maintenance, and repairs to Arriva and DVSA standards.
• Improve vehicle reliability through proactive and reactive servicing.
• Perform MOT prep, preventative maintenance, and quality assurance checks.

Education

NVQ Level 2 or higher in PSV, HGV

Job description

Are you a skilled engineer looking for a fulfilling career with a leading transport provider? Arriva is seeking a dedicated Multiskilled Shift Engineer (PSV Mechanic) to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and servicing our modern fleet of North East buses.

Your Role:

As a Multiskilled Engineer, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics to our commercial bus fleet—meeting the strict standards of both Arriva and the DVSA (Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency).

What Arriva Offers:

Overtime: Enhanced rates available

Free Travel: For you and a nominee

Licence Upgrade: We’ll train and upgrade your licence to drive a bus

Exclusive Discounts: Access to the Arriva Village, with retail offers worth up to £1,200 a year

Wellbeing Support: Annual health screening and employee wellbeing programmes

Holiday: 20 days + bank holidays (rising to 25 days after 5 years' service)

Full PPE & Workwear Provided

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct inspections, maintenance, and repairs to Arriva and DVSA standards

Improve vehicle reliability through proactive and reactive servicing

Perform MOT prep, preventative maintenance, and quality assurance checks

Carry out diagnostic fault finding and implement lasting repairs

Work a variety of shift patterns – speak with us about options that suit your lifestyle

What We’re Looking For:

NVQ Level 2 or higher in PSV, HGV, or (or equivalent international qualification – subject to verification)

OR at least 5 years' relevant hands-on experience in vehicle repair and maintenance within HGV/PSV

Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 penalty points)

Fit to pass a PCV pre-employment medical

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