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PCV / HGV Mechanic / Technician
Job Posted: 14 days ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 61,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Expire in: 14 days
Job Description
Job Title: PCV/HGV Mechanic /Technician
Location: Reading
Salary: £45,000 - £61,000 per year
Job Type: Full time, Permanent.
Reading Buses are looking for skilled and motivated PCV/HGV Mechanics and Technicians to join our engineering teams in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers, fitters, or technicians who take pride in delivering high-quality maintenance and repair work.
You will play a key role in ensuring our fleet of buses-and occasionally coaches-operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. This position requires strong diagnostic abilities, a solid understanding of vehicle systems, and a commitment to maintaining high engineering standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Inspect, maintain, and repair buses to a high standard
Diagnose mechanical and electronic faults using appropriate tools and equipment
Record faults and completed work accurately using a tablet-based system
Follow all safety procedures and report issues promptly
Contribute to a safe, compliant, and efficient workshop environmentShift Patterns:
We offer a range of flexible shift patterns designed to support a healthy work-life balance, including:
4 on / 4 off
Day shifts
Night shifts (with enhanced pay after 6pm)
Late shifts (typically 2pm-10pm)
Additional patterns available to suit different lifestylesSpeak to us to explore the options that work best for you.
Experience & Qualifications:
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
An engineering background with a focus on vehicles (bus, HGV/LGV, truck, or similar)
A commitment to delivering high standards of maintenance and repair
NVQ Level 2 in PSV or HGV maintenance (or equivalent international qualification)
OR a minimum of five years' experience maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles (evidence required)
Proof of qualification from the awarding body
Willingness to complete the IRTEC Service Maintenance Technician exam during the six‑month probation period (if no NVQ is held)
A PCV licence is desirable but not essentialBenefits:
Company pension
Employee discount
Employee mentoring programme
Free or subsidised travel
Health & wellbeing programme
Store discountTo apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.
Candidates with experience of: PSV Technician, PCV Technician, Bus Technician, Bus Mechanic, Engineering Technician (Bus), Vehicle Technician (PSV/Bus), Fleet Technician (Bus/Passenger Transport), Workshop Technician (Bus Depot), Maintenance Technician (Bus Fleet) may also be considered for this roleBefore You Apply
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