Ashington
£16.82 per hour + Overtime
Full-Time
Permanent
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
* Workplace pension
* 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.