Skilled Engineer

Arriva Group; Tottenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A major transportation provider in Tottenham is seeking a Skilled Engineer committed to maintaining buses to the highest standards. This position involves performing maintenance, repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates have relevant qualifications and experience, a valid driving license, and a passion for high-quality service. Enjoy competitive pay, enhanced overtime, and various benefits including free travel on TFL services and generous leave.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Enhanced Overtime Rates

Refer a Friend Scheme

On-the-Job Training

Free Travel on TFL

License Upgrades

Wellbeing Support

Generous Leave

Workplace Pension

Full PPE and Workwear

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bus maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to diagnose and repair vehicle faults.
• Flexibility in shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and preventative maintenance on buses.
• Ensure servicing meets Arriva and DVSA standards.
• Assist with MOT preparation and quality checks.
• Improve bus reliability through maintenance.

Skills

PSV/HGV or light vehicle maintenance

Driving License

Medical Fitness

Commitment to 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

• 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 licence with no more than 6 points.
• PCV Licence: A PCV licence 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

• 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: High Voltage Level 1‑4/EV training, roadside assistance, IRTEC accreditation, and diagnostics training.
• Free Travel: Free travel on all TFL‑operated transport services for you and a nominee.
• License Upgrades: We’ll support you in upgrading your licence to drive a bus.
• Wellbeing Support: Annual health screenings and access to Arriva’s wellbeing programmes.
• 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: All necessary protective gear to keep you safe on the job.

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Join the Arriva London team and help us create a greener, more reliable future for public transport in London.