Day Fitter
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 March 2026
LOCATION
Green Lane, Merseyside
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion
SKILLS
Heavy Vehicle Maintenance
Fault-finding
Diagnostic Skills
Mechanical Systems
Electrical Systems
Hydraulic Systems
FULL DESCRIPTION
Day Fitter
Green Lane, Merseyside, United Kingdom
What you’ll be doing
- Carrying out routine preventative maintenance, inspections, and servicing on buses
- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults
- Working on key vehicle systems including engines, transmissions, brakes, and suspension
- Completing repairs and component replacements using appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment
- Preparing vehicles for MOT and regulatory inspections, including pre-MOT checks
- Accurately recording all maintenance and repair work
- Following health & safety regulations and company policies at all times
- Working closely with colleagues and reporting issues to supervisors
- Taking part in ongoing training to keep up to date with new vehicle technologies
What we’re looking for
- A recognised apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, Automotive Engineering, or similar
- Proven experience as a Fitter / Technician on heavy goods vehicles (bus or coach experience desirable)
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
- Confidence using workshop tools and diagnostic equipment
- A full UK driving licence (PCV preferred, or willingness to obtain)
- A team player with the ability to work independently when required
- High attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work
- Flexibility to support occasional overtime or weekend work if required
Why join Arriva?
- Stable, permanent employment with a leading transport provider
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Modern workshops and well-maintained fleets
- Supportive team environment with clear safety standards
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