Location: Bangor
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £18.35 per hour + overtime + excellent benefits
Company: Arriva UK Bus
Keeping our fleet moving. Keeping our customers safe.
Arriva is one of the UK’s leading transport operators, connecting communities every day. We are now looking for a talented Technician with PSV or HGV experience to join our Bangor engineering team.
This role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical and electrical knowledge who wants to apply their skills within a professional engineering environment, supporting the safety, performance and reliability of our fleet.
What you will be doingYou will carry out repairs, diagnostics and system maintenance across a variety of vehicles. Your work will help ensure our buses operate safely and efficiently every day. Responsibilities include:
Diagnosing and repairing faults on PSV, HGV and Light Goods Vehicles
Carrying out routine electrical inspections, servicing and preventative maintenance
Installing, repairing and replacing electrical components such as wiring looms, alternators, starter motors, batteries, lighting systems, climate control units and infotainment systems
Using diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve issues
Ensuring all repairs follow manufacturer guidelines and safety standards
Completing accurate and timely reports on work carried out
Working alongside mechanics, technicians and engineers within a collaborative depot environment
Keeping up to date with new and emerging vehicle electrical technologies, including hybrid and electric systems
Participating in overtime and on-call rotas when required
Essential:
A recognised qualification or apprenticeship in Vehicle Electrical / Mechanical or Electronic Systems (or equivalent)
Hands-on electrical experience with PSV, HGV or Light Vehicle fleets
Strong diagnostic capability and confidence working with wiring diagrams and schematics
Experience using electrical testing and diagnostic equipment
Full UK driving licence. Cat D (PCV) is desirable, or willingness to obtain through our in-house training
Good understanding of electrical safety and compliance in vehicle environments
Desirable:
Experience with hybrid or electric vehicle systems
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Good communication skills and teamwork ability
Technical training and ongoing development
Opportunities to gain additional qualifications, including a Cat D licence
Supportive, team-focused working environment
Overtime options to enhance earnings
Access to Arriva travel benefits and other employee perks
Skills Required
- Recognised qualification or apprenticeship in Vehicle Electrical, Mechanical or Electronic Systems
- Hands-on electrical experience with PSV, HGV or Light Vehicle fleets
- Strong diagnostic capability and confidence working with wiring diagrams and schematics
- Experience using electrical testing and diagnostic equipment
- Full UK driving licence
- Willingness to participate in overtime and on-call rotas
- Cat D (PCV) licence or willingness to obtain through employer training
- Experience with hybrid or electric vehicle systems
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a team
- Good understanding of electrical safety and compliance in vehicle environments
What We Do
Arriva is a leading passenger transport operator in Europe, delivering approximately 1.5 billion passenger journeys annually. The company operates across 11 European countries, providing a diverse range of services including local buses, inter-urban commuter coaches, and regional and national train services. Arriva is dedicated to connecting people safely, reliably, and sustainably through its extensive public transport network.
