PCV / HGV Mechanic in Bridgwater

At Specialist Passenger Solutions (SPS) we are dedicated to providing the perfect journey. SPS was formed in 2016 and serves the passenger transport needs of the EDF Nuclear Project at Hinkley Point C (HPC) in Bridgwater, the largest construction project in Europe. We are the only transport provider for the thousands of people who go to the construction site daily to work or visit. We are now bringing this experience to Sizewell C in Suffolk, providing safe, reliable, and efficient transport for its workforce. SPS is a division of First Bus and we are seeking a passionate heavy vehicle mechanic to keep our fleet of 200 modern coaches and buses running at peak performance and our passengers moving safely.

Pay: £24.61 per hour, 39 hours per week (Mon – Fri, 0800 – 1630)

Summary of Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Be part of a team providing MOT preparation, vehicle inspection, maintenance, diagnostic and repair services to a varied PCV fleet.
• Maintain a clear understanding of vehicle inspection standards and compliance requirements.
• Follow all procedures to control and monitor parts usage and stock control.
• Actively contribute to the engineering team to be consistently proactive in ensuring peak vehicle requirement is achieved.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or C&G equivalent or above in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance (PCV preferred).
• Possession of a full driving licence.
• At least two years relevant, recent, and demonstrable post‑training experience in heavy vehicle engineering (preferably PCV).
• The ability to apply consistently high standards of technical judgement.
• A pragmatic and proactive can‑do attitude to short‑notice workshop deadlines.
• A flexible approach to working hours as we are a 24/7 business.
• All employees must be willing to undergo the Baseline Personnel Security Standard check and obtain a DBS certificate.

Desirable

• PCV electrical system aptitude and experience in the bus industry.
• Category D licence holder.
• Good electrical and diagnostic ability.
• Possession of IRTEC licence.

Benefits

• Annual pay review.
• Smart health cover – an award‑winning employee assistance programme that offers 24/7 confidential support for you and your family.
• Pension – 5% contributory pension, matched by us.
• Employee retail discount scheme.
• Free bus travel and significantly reduced rail travel for you and your family member.
• Life assurance.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounted gym membership.

SPS Bus welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age. The company is looking for skilled and talented people to join across its depots from Aberdeen to Truro.