At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair London buses to ensure they run smoothly and safely.
- Company: Join Arriva UK Bus, a leader in sustainable transport solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy free travel, competitive pay, and extensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available to fit your lifestyle and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that connects communities and makes a real difference.
- Qualifications: NVQ level 2 in vehicle maintenance or equivalent experience required.
The predicted salary is between 38760 - 44760 £ per year.
At Arriva UK Bus, we connect people and communities across the country, operating services from London to Liverpool, Birmingham to Bradford, and many more towns and cities in between. Every year, millions of journeys are made on our buses, helping people get to work, school, and the places that matter most.
An excellent and rewarding job opportunity has arisen for a Skilled Engineer to join Arriva London, based at GRAYS Garage. As a PSV Mechanic, your role would involve carrying out planned and preventative maintenance along with diagnostic fault finding and reactive repairs to a fleet of commercially operated London buses, to the strict standards set by both Arriva and the DVSA (Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency).
The role will involve:
- Servicing, maintenance, inspection and repairs to Arriva and DVSA standards
- Continuous improvement of vehicle reliability
- MOT preparation, planned preventative maintenance campaigns and quality checks
- Vehicle fault diagnosis and ensuring reliability and maintenance is kept to Arriva Standards (Higher than DVSA)
- Various working shift patterns available – Please get in touch to discuss hours that suit your lifestyle
Requirements:
- Qualifications for PSV/ HGV/ Light vehicle maintenance and repair - Minimum of NVQ level 2 or any equivalent international qualification (will require confirmation)
- If you are not qualified, applications will be considered from candidates with at least 5 years’ experience in repair and maintenance of PSV/ HGV/ Light vehicle
- A full UK driving licence (6 points or less)
- Ability to be passed fit for a PCV pre-employment medical
What Arriva can offer you:
- Refer a friend scheme worth £500
- Overtime at enhanced rates
- On the job training & development – High Voltage Level 1-4 /EV training, roadside assistance, IRTEC accreditation & diagnostics training
- Free travel on TFL operated transport links (Bus/Underground/London Overground/DLR/Tramlink) for you and a nominee
- We will train you and upgrade your licence to drive a bus!
- Access to the Arriva Village - Retail discounts and offers worth up to £1,200 per year
- Arriva Wellbeing Support and Annual Health Screening
- 20 days plus bank holidays (Rising to 25 after 5 years' service)
- Arriva Workplace Pension
- Full PPE and Workwear provided
APPLY NOW to join the Arriva London team to help deliver our vision of providing clean, sustainable and reliable transport services to our customers for a greener future.
Skilled Engineer Night in Grays employer: Arriva Rail London Ltd
Arriva UK Bus is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and wellbeing. As a Skilled Engineer at the Grays Garage, you will benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, competitive overtime rates, and free travel on TFL services, all while contributing to sustainable transport solutions in London. With a focus on continuous improvement and a commitment to high standards, Arriva provides a rewarding environment for those looking to grow their careers in the engineering field.
