PSV Master Tech

Arriva Limited

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Derby Bus Depot Until 8/23/2026 First posted June 5, 2026 Last posted June 5, 2026
Job description
PSV Master Technician – Midlands Region
Location: Midlands Region (covering multiple Arriva depots)
Salary: £50,000K per annum + Benefits
Shift times: 07:30 - 16:00 however must be flexible with covering AM, PM and Evening shifts as and when required
Contract: Full Time
Company Vehicle Provided
Arriva is one of the UK's leading passenger transport operators, and we're looking for an experienced PSV Master Technician to join our Midlands Engineering Team.

This is a specialist role for a highly skilled technician with extensive experience in diagnostics, fault finding, and complex vehicle repairs. Working across multiple Midlands depots, you'll provide technical expertise that helps keep our fleet safe, reliable, and available for service.
What You'll Be Doing
  • Diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic faults on modern PSV fleets.
  • Carrying out advanced repairs, component replacements, and vehicle overhauls to manufacturer and company standards.
  • Supporting engineering teams with specialist technical investigations and fault resolution.
  • Performing preventative maintenance inspections and identifying opportunities to improve fleet reliability.
  • Using advanced diagnostic software and equipment to analyse and rectify vehicle defects.
  • Providing technical guidance and mentoring to technicians and apprentices.
  • Maintaining accurate maintenance records and ensuring compliance with all engineering procedures.
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the engineering function.
  • Ensuring full compliance with health and safety requirements and DVSA regulations.

What We're Looking For
  • Proven experience as a PSV Master Technician, Senior Technician, or equivalent heavy vehicle engineering role.
  • NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent recognised qualification).
  • Advanced knowledge of PSV systems, diagnostics, electrical systems, engines, transmissions, and braking systems.
  • Experience using modern diagnostic equipment and software.
  • Strong understanding of DVSA compliance and vehicle roadworthiness requirements.
  • Excellent fault-finding, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Full UK driving licence (PCV licence advantageous).
  • Willingness to travel across Midlands depots as required.

What We Offer
  • Competitive salary package.
  • Company van.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Ongoing technical training and development.
  • Career progression opportunities within one of the UK's largest passenger transport operators.
  • A supportive and collaborative engineering environment.

Join Arriva and help us keep our communities moving safely and reliably every day.
Apply today to become part of our Midlands Engineering Team.
About this role

Summary

Diagnose, repair, and maintain PSV fleet using advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.

Job title

PSV Master Tech

Experience level

proven experience in heavy vehicle engineering role

Industry

transportation

Location requirements

must be located in Midlands, UK, with travel flexibility, no remote work

Salary

£50k+

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repairadvanced diagnosticselectrical systemsengine systemstransmissionsbraking systemsdiagnostic softwareDVSA compliance

Preferred skills

PCV licencefull UK driving licence

Specializations

diagnosticsfault findingvehicle repairselectrical systemsmechanical systems
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Structured locations inferred from the posting.

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On-site
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