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 are 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 crucial part in maintaining the performance and safety of our vehicles. You'll carry out routine inspections, respond to breakdowns, and support essential repairs to keep our services running smoothly. Your technical expertise and attention to detail will directly contribute to our operational reliability and customer satisfaction.
What You'll Do
* Perform thorough daily vehicle inspections to identify faults, defects, or safety issues.
* Respond to on-road breakdowns, diagnosing problems and completing minor repairs where possible.
* Support planned and unplanned maintenance activities within the workshop.
* Ensure all work complies with relevant safety and engineering standards.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on service sheets and inspection reports.
* Work collaboratively with engineers, supervisors, and operations teams to keep services moving.
What We're Looking For
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering, Vehicle Maintenance, or a related field.
* Previous experience in a bus, PSV, HGV, or automotive engineering environment.
* Strong understanding of industry standards, safety procedures, and diagnostic practices.
* Confidence working independently and following technical instructions.
* Good mechanical skills and familiarity with workshop tools and equipment.
* Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks.
* Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends.