Arriva

Chargehand

Stevenage Bus Depot Full time

An excellent and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a PSV Chargehand to join the team at Arriva’ Stevenage Depot.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled engineer looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.

At Arriva, you’ll play a key role in keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and ready to serve our communities — helping us deliver cleaner, greener, and more sustainable transport.

What Arriva Can Offer You

  • £28.06 per hour

  • Overtime available at 1.5x hourly rate

  • Permanent, full-time contract

  • 25 days holiday

  • Free bus travel for you and a nominated family member living in your household

  • Full PCV licence training provided (if required)

  • Access to the Arriva Village – retail discounts and offers

  • Arriva Workplace Pension Scheme

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

The Role

As a PSV Chargehand, you will support the Engineering Manager in ensuring the depot fleet is maintained to the highest standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Servicing, maintenance and repairs in line with Arriva and DVSA standards

  • Supporting continuous improvement of vehicle reliability

  • MOT preparation and quality compliance checks

  • Planned preventative maintenance campaigns

  • Vehicle fault diagnosis and rectification

  • Ensuring all maintenance exceeds DVSA requirements and meets Arriva’s high standards

  • Promoting safe working practices and compliance with Health & Safety legislation

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

  • Level 3 NVQ / IRTEC qualification (or equivalent)

  • Knowledge of PSV or HGV maintenance

  • Strong understanding of engineering procedures and Health & Safety legislation

  • Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 points)

Desirable:

  • Experience inspecting vehicles for scheduled maintenance

  • Knowledge of electrical circuits and systems

Why Join Arriva?

At Arriva, you’re not just maintaining vehicles — you’re helping keep communities connected across Stevenage and the surrounding areas. Join a team that takes pride in safety, reliability and sustainability, while supporting your career growth every step of the way.

Apply now and be part of delivering clean, sustainable and reliable transport for a greener future.