Ready for a New Challenge? Join Arriva London as a Running Shift Engineer!
Location:
Thornton HeathHourly Rate anywhere from £22.47 – £25.51
Weekday Overtime: £29.21 – £33.16 (Time and a third)
Weekend Overtime: £33.70 – £38.26 (Time and a half)Are you a skilled PSV Mechanic with a passion for problem-solving? Do you want to play a vital role in keeping London moving with a rewarding and exciting career? If so, we want you to join our team at Arriva London as a Running Shift Engineer!At Arriva, we’re committed to delivering top-tier service to our customers and contributing to a greener, more sustainable future for the capital. Based at our
Thornton Heath Garage, you’ll be responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing a fleet of London buses to ensure they stay in tip-top shape and keep our passengers safe.Why Choose Arriva?When you join us, you’ll enjoy more than just a job – you’ll be part of a team that’s making a difference in the lives of Londoners. Here’s what we offer:Refer a Friend: Get £500 for recommending someone to join the team!Enhanced Training & Development: We invest in your growth with training in High Voltage Levels 1–4, EV training, IRTEC accreditation, diagnostics, roadside assistance, and much more!Free Travel: Enjoy free travel on all Transport for London services (Bus, Underground, London Overground, DLR, Tramlink) for you and a nominee – because we want to help you get around!Bus Licence Training: No licence? No problem! We’ll train you and upgrade your licence to drive a bus.Access to Arriva Village: Save up to £1,200 annually with retail discounts and offers.Health & Wellbeing: Take care of yourself with our wellbeing support and annual health screenings.Generous Holiday: 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 25 days after 5 years of service.Pension Scheme: We’ve got your future covered with our company pension plan.Full PPE & Workwear: You’ll be fully equipped with everything you need to work safely and comfortably.What Will You Be Doing?As a Running Shift Engineer, no two days will be the same! You’ll have the responsibility of:Performing servicing, inspections, and repairs to the highest standards (DVSA and Arriva standards exceed the norm!).Carrying out diagnostic fault finding and contributing to the continuous improvement of vehicle reliability.Preparing buses for MOTs and supporting preventative maintenance campaigns to keep our fleet in peak condition.Working a 7/3/7/4 rotating shift pattern, including both early and late shifts – giving you flexibility and balance.What Are We Looking For?We’re looking for someone who is as passionate about quality as we are! To succeed in this role, you’ll need:NVQ Level 2 or higher in PSV, HGV maintenance (or an equivalent international qualification).Alternatively, at least 5 years’ hands-on experience in the repair and maintenance of PSV/HGV/light vehicles.A full UK driving licence (with no more than 6 penalty points).A valid PCV/PSV licence.The ability to pass a PCV pre-employment medical.Ready to take your career to the next level?
Apply now to join the Arriva London team and help us drive a greener, cleaner future for London’s transport. Let’s make a difference together!At Arriva, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. Embracing different backgrounds, talents, and perspectives allows us to unlock potential, drive success, and foster innovation.
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