PSV Mechanic

Arriva UK Bus Ltd
Ashington
1 month ago
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Ashington, Northumberland, United Kingdom

Join one of the UK’s leading transport companies and keep the North East moving. We’re looking for a skilled and motivated PSV Mechanic / Engineer to join our team at our Ashington Depot — a fully equipped commercial workshop with a strong team culture and a shared commitment to engineering excellence.

The Role

As a PSV Mechanic at Arriva, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our fleet of buses stays safe, reliable, and road-ready. You’ll carry out preventative maintenance, diagnostic fault-finding, and reactive repairs to DVSA and Arriva standards, helping us deliver a clean, efficient, and dependable service to our customers.

This is a critical role in a well-respected engineering team that underpins our operational success.

What We Offer

Competitive pay – £16.82 per hour + overtime opportunities

Permanent, full-time position with consistent hours

Career development – Grow your career into technical or management pathways

Comprehensive training – Including IRTEC, diagnostics, roadside assistance, and high-voltage/EV training

Free bus travel – For you and one nominated household member

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Retail discounts – Through Arriva Village, saving you up to £1,200 a year

PCV licence training – We’ll teach you to drive a bus if you don’t already have a licence

What You'll Be Doing

Routine servicing and maintenance of our fleet to Arriva and DVSA standards

Vehicle fault diagnostics and repairs to ensure maximum reliability

MOT prep and quality checks

Proactive contribution to fleet performance and safety

Shift work as part of a depot rota

What We're Looking For

A recognised Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in HGV/PSV maintenance and repair

A full UK driving licence (max. 6 points)

Ability to pass a company medical

Experience in commercial vehicle repair and maintenance

A positive, team-focused attitude with a strong work ethic

Join a company that invests in you and your future. At Arriva, your expertise keeps our passengers moving, safely and confidently.


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