Skilled Shift Engineer

ARRIVA Plc; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK bus company in Stevenage is seeking a Shift Engineer to ensure the safety and reliability of its fleet. In this role, you will conduct inspections, respond to breakdowns, and support both planned and unplanned maintenance within the workshop. The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 3 in PSV or HGV Engineering, possess good mechanical skills, and be able to work independently to maintain vehicle standards. Competitive hourly rates and benefits are included.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to shopping discounts via the village app

Bus pass for you and eligible family members

Qualifications

• Time served experience in PSV or HGV Engineering.
• Good understanding of safety procedures and diagnostic techniques.
• Physically fit to handle mechanical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily vehicle inspections to identify faults.
• Respond to on-road breakdowns and diagnose faults.
• Support planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
• Ensure work complies with safety and engineering standards.

Skills

Strong understanding of industry standards

Confidence working independently

Good mechanical skills

Ability to carry out manual handling tasks

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV or HGV Engineering

Tools

Workshop tools and equipment

Job description

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 0500-0030

£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 tocarry out manual handling tasks

Join Arriva and be part of a team keeping the UK moving, while helping us deliver a more sustainable and connected future