Skilled Shift Engineer

Arriva Rail London Ltd; Ware; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK transport company is looking for a Skilled Shift Engineer located at Ware. In this role, you will maintain and ensure the safety of our fleet, completing vehicle inspections and responding to breakdowns. The ideal candidate holds an NVQ Level 3 in PSV or HGV Engineering and has good mechanical skills. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £25.75 and various benefits including annual leave and family bus passes. Join us to support reliable transport services.

Benefits

Access to shopping discounts

Bus pass for family members

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV or HGV Engineering with time served experience.
• Strong understanding of industry standards, safety procedures, and diagnostic techniques.
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out thorough daily vehicle inspections to identify faults.
• Respond to on-road breakdowns, diagnosing faults and completing repairs.
• Support both planned and unplanned maintenance activities.

Skills

Strong understanding of industry standards

Good mechanical skills

Confidence working independently

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

NVQ Level 3 in PSV or HGV Engineering

Tools

Workshop tools and equipment

Job description

Skilled Shift Engineer page is loaded## Skilled Shift Engineerlocations: Ware Bus Depottime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 6 Days Agojob requisition id: JR029397**Skilled Shift Engineer – Ware**At Arriva UK Bus, we keep Britain moving. From London to Liverpool, Birmingham to Bradford, and the many communities in between, millions of journeys rely on us every year. Our engineering teams sit at the heart of this mission—ensuring our fleet is safe, reliable, and ready to serve the people who depend on us.As a Shift Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining the performance, safety, and reliability of our vehicles. Your technical expertise and attention to detail will help keep our services running smoothly and our customers moving every day.**Shift Pattern**5 days over 7, Early and late shifts covering 0500-2230**Pay & Benefits*** £25.75 per hour* Overtime rate: £38.62 per hour* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays* Access to shopping discounts via the village app* Bus pass for you and eligible family members**What You’ll Do*** Carry out thorough daily vehicle inspections to identify faults, defects, or safety issues* Respond to on-road breakdowns, diagnosing faults and completing minor repairs where possible* Support both planned and unplanned maintenance activities within the workshop* Ensure all work is completed in line with safety, legal, and Arriva engineering standards* Accurately complete service sheets, inspection reports, and maintenance records* Work collaboratively with fellow engineers, supervisors, operations teams and wider teams to keep services running and strive for continuous improvements**What We’re Looking For*** NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV or HGV Engineering with time served experience.* Strong understanding of industry standards, safety procedures, and diagnostic techniques* Confidence working independently and following technical instructions* Good mechanical skills with experience using workshop tools and equipment* Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks* Flexibility to work shifts, including weekendsApply now to join Arriva and help us deliver clean, sustainable and reliable transport to our customers, supporting a greener future.[](blob:https://arriva.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/6f83a052-0a67-4489-abde-7136f27bbe79)