*Job Summary*

PCV/HGV Mechanic /Technician – Reading and Bracknell Depot

We are ideally looking for experienced PCV mechanics / engineers / fitters to join our team at Reading Buses or Thames Valley Buses. We are seeking a skilled HGV/ PCV Technician to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and servicing buses and sometimes coaches to ensure they operate efficiently and safely. This role requires a strong understanding of vehicle systems and the ability to diagnose and resolve issues effectively.

*Duties*

The main duties of the role include inspecting, repairing, and maintaining our buses, as well as investigating and diagnosing both mechanical and electronic faults. You will be required to record faults and detail the work carried out to resolve them using a tablet, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records are maintained. In addition, you must follow all safety instructions and promptly report any issues to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

*Shift Patterns*

We have a variety of shift patterns available, for example 4 on and 4 off with other friendly shift patterns so you can have a great social life as well as an amazing work life. There are also night shifts available with a supplementary pay rate once you work beyond 6pm.

*Experience and Qualifications*

There are a few of things we need from you:

- You need to have an engineering background with a vehicular focus – bus, HGV / LGV, truck and buses will be a great advantage.

You need to want to deliver high standards of engineering maintenance and repair.

Applicants must possess at least an NVQ Level 2 qualification in the maintenance and repair of public service vehicles or heavy goods vehicles (or an equivalent international qualification), or alternatively have a minimum of five years’ experience in repairing and maintaining such vehicles, with evidence required to support this. Proof of qualification from the awarding body must be provided, and in cases where an NVQ is not held, candidates will be required to successfully pass the IRTEC Service Maintenance Technician exam during their six-month probation period. While not essential, holding a PCV licence would be considered a significant advantage.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £39,999.00-£55,859.04 per year

Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
* Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:
* Reading RG1 7HH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
* Where are you currently located?

Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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