Bus & Coach (PSV) Technician

Southwater, West Sussex

Basic Salary: £50,000 (DOE)
Full-Time Permanent
Monday Thursday: 8:00am 5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am 3:00pm

An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Bus & Coach (PSV) Technician to join a specialist commercial vehicle workshop based in Southwater, West Sussex.

This is a workshop-based role working across PSV vehicles including minibuses, midibuses, coaches, and electric vehicles, supporting inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and vehicle preparation across multiple manufacturers and powertrains.

The position offers long-term stability, strong earning potential, and ongoing technical development within a growing aftersales operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed mechanical and electrical diagnostics on bus and coach vehicles
• Fault finding on CAN systems, electrical networks, and vehicle control systems
• Diagnose and repair PSV air systems including braking and suspension
• Perform axle, driveline, steering, and chassis-related repairs
• Complete routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and defect rectification
• Carry out Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) and vehicle preparation for customer handover
• Inspect and rectify PSVAR-related systems, including accessibility equipment
• Ensure vehicles meet DVSA, safety, and regulatory compliance standards
• Accurately document all work completed using workshop systems and job cards
• Work closely with Aftersales, Warranty, and Engineering teams
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant working environment in line with H&S standards

Your Background & Skillset

• Proven experience as a PSV/Bus/Coach/HGV Technician
• Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic capability
• Confident fault-finding using wiring diagrams and electrical schematics
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
• Relevant vehicle maintenance qualifications or equivalent experience
• Full clean UK Driving Licence
• PSV (Category D) licence preferred
• High-voltage certification desirable (training available for suitable candidates)
• Commitment to ongoing training and professional development

What s in it for you?

• £50,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
• Monday to Friday working pattern with early finish every Friday
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Workplace pension scheme
• Statutory sick pay
• Employee benefits portal
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing manufacturer, technical, and compliance training
• Opportunity to work across modern diesel, hybrid, and electric PSV platforms

Apply today to join a growing commercial vehicle workshop as a Bus & Coach (PSV) Technician, where your skills will be valued and your development actively supported.