PCV Technician
| Posting date: | 18 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £39,000 to £44,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 October 2025 |
| Location: | Preston, North West, PR1 6NY |
| Company: | TXM Recruit Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 57919908 |
Summary
Job title: PCV Technician
Location: Preston
Salary: £39000 - £44,000
Shifts: Monday to Friday 09:30 till 18:00 hours
Reporting to: Depot Manager
As a PCV Technician, you’ll carry out inspections, servicing, maintenance, and repairs on our fleet of buses. You’ll play a vital role in keeping our vehicles roadworthy, compliant, and ready to serve the public.
PCV Technician Duties:
- Conduct routine servicing, inspections, and repairs on PCV vehicles.
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults.
- Prepare buses for MOTs and annual inspections in line with DVSA requirements.
- Complete all job cards, defect sheets, and compliance paperwork accurately.
- Ensure all work meets statutory and company health & safety standards.
- Use diagnostic tools and workshop equipment effectively.
- Support the wider engineering team and contribute to a safe, clean depot environment.
- Work flexibly across shifts, including weekends where required.
PCV Technician Skills:
- Fully qualified Vehicle Technician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy/PCV Vehicle Mechanics).
- Experience working with PCVs (buses/coaches) or HGVs.
- Good knowledge of braking systems, engines, suspension, and electrical systems.
- Ability to diagnose and repair faults quickly and effectively.
- Category D (PCV) driving licence desirable – training may be provided.
- IRTEC accreditation or MOT tester licence an advantage.
- A strong focus on teamwork, safety, and delivering high-quality work.
If you’re a Technician looking to move into the bus industry, please click to apply
Location: Preston
Salary: £39000 - £44,000
Shifts: Monday to Friday 09:30 till 18:00 hours
Reporting to: Depot Manager
As a PCV Technician, you’ll carry out inspections, servicing, maintenance, and repairs on our fleet of buses. You’ll play a vital role in keeping our vehicles roadworthy, compliant, and ready to serve the public.
PCV Technician Duties:
- Conduct routine servicing, inspections, and repairs on PCV vehicles.
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults.
- Prepare buses for MOTs and annual inspections in line with DVSA requirements.
- Complete all job cards, defect sheets, and compliance paperwork accurately.
- Ensure all work meets statutory and company health & safety standards.
- Use diagnostic tools and workshop equipment effectively.
- Support the wider engineering team and contribute to a safe, clean depot environment.
- Work flexibly across shifts, including weekends where required.
PCV Technician Skills:
- Fully qualified Vehicle Technician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy/PCV Vehicle Mechanics).
- Experience working with PCVs (buses/coaches) or HGVs.
- Good knowledge of braking systems, engines, suspension, and electrical systems.
- Ability to diagnose and repair faults quickly and effectively.
- Category D (PCV) driving licence desirable – training may be provided.
- IRTEC accreditation or MOT tester licence an advantage.
- A strong focus on teamwork, safety, and delivering high-quality work.
If you’re a Technician looking to move into the bus industry, please click to apply