PSV/Light Commercial Mechanic

Huyton Travel is well-established family-owned operator in Merseyside offering local bus travel. We are seeking to appoint a well-skilled PSV Technician on a full-time basis.

Duties will include.

• Routine 6-weekly safety inspections and annual MOT preparation on fleet vehicles.
• Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on different makes of buses (Alexander Dennis, Optare, Fiat, Volkswagen & Mercedes).
• Accurate fault diagnosing (mechanical and/or electrical) and rectification ensuring all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that the relevant health and safety policies are adhered to.
• Road test vehicle when required (if holder of HGV/PSV licence)
• Detailed record keeping of planned and completed work, including parts used and ordered.
• Work areas can include engines, gearboxes, running gear, electrical systems, and body repairs.
• Daily review of driver defect sheets and ensuring that all vehicle defects are reported to the garage foreman.
• Attending local breakdowns in and out of hours.
• Maintaining a high standard of organisation including cleanliness and tidiness around the workshop.

Essential:

• Served a recognised apprenticeship as a Bus Mechanic / PSV Technician / HGV Engineer and hold a formal qualification to NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualifications in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• Gained a minimum of 2-years’ experience in a similar work environment.
• Possess a good knowledge of the DVSA rules and legislation relating to inspections and MOT preparation of PSV vehicles.
• Can demonstrate that you can work consistently and safely to a high standard of Health & Safety
• Have skills to be a flexible member of the team to adapt to the tasks necessary in the day-to-day operations of the depot.
• Hold a full UK license.

Desirable:

• Electrical diagnostic skills for vehicle systems and management units.
• High degree of welding skills.

Other benefits

• Fortnightly pay.
• Uniform and workwear provided including PPE on request.
• Employee and family ( 2 extra passes) free travel on HTL buses
• Own area to store own tools and equipment.
• Attendance bonus

Typical schedule:

• 10am - 7pm
• Overtime available 1.5 hourly rate
• On call every 6/7 weeks £200 on call bonus (weekend call only Sat 12:30 to Sunday midnight plus 1.5 hourly rate when called out.
• Breakdown van and mobile provided for weekend call.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £40400.00-£47300.00 per year depending on experience

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Please describe your training history that would qualify you for this role.

Experience:

• working with PSV or HGV vehicles: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• PSV Licence (preferred)
• Full UK Drivers licence

Expected start date: 07/10/2024