PSV Bus and Coach Engineer

Two shift options available: 4 on, 4 off days or Monday to Friday MOT preparation.

Are you a skilled vehicle mechanic ready to take the next step in your career? This is a great opportunity to join Westbus Coach Services, a professional coach operator offering a secure, rewarding role with genuine scope for growth and development. As a Vehicle Mechanic / PSV Engineer, you will play a vital part in keeping our fleet safe, reliable and road-ready.

The Role

Working as part of our engineering team, you will maintain, inspect and repair buses and coaches to a consistently high standard. The role covers planned maintenance, fault diagnosis, repairs and vehicle preparation, with a strong focus on safety, compliance and quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

· Carry out routine servicing, maintenance and safety inspections across the fleet.

· Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.

· Prepare vehicles for MOT and ensure they meet all required safety and compliance standards.

· Complete routine vehicle examinations and rectify identified defects.

· Respond to breakdowns and carry out effective repairs where required.

· Maintain accurate service, inspection and repair records.

· Work effectively both independently and as part of the wider engineering team.

What We’re Looking For

· Previous experience maintaining buses and coaches.

· A relevant vehicle engineering qualification, ideally NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

· Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.

· A thorough, safety-focused approach and pride in high-quality workmanship.

· The ability to manage competing priorities in a busy engineering environment.

· A good level of IT literacy, with the confidence to use and manage digital maintenance, record-keeping and operational systems.

· A PCV licence is desirable but not essential.

Shift Patterns

Two shift patterns are available:

· 4 on, 4 off – days: a rotating daytime pattern supporting fleet maintenance, inspections and repairs.

· Monday to Friday – MOT preparation: a weekday role focused on preparing vehicles for MOT, completing inspections and ensuring compliance standards are met.

Please state your preferred shift pattern when applying.

What We Offer

· Competitive salary based on experience.

· Overtime opportunities.

· A great opportunity for ongoing training, career growth and professional development.

· A supportive team environment.

· Secure, long-term employment with opportunities to progress.

How to Apply

Ready to move your career forward with Westbus Coach Services? Please email your CV and a short covering note to [email protected], outlining your relevant experience and stating which shift pattern you prefer.

Salary: Competitive, based on experience.

Application email: [email protected]

Please note: no agencies.

Equal Opportunities

Westbus Coach Services is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates. Recruitment decisions will be based on the requirements of the role, relevant experience and ability to perform the work.

Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person