Engineering Leadership Opportunity
The role of Engineering Supervisor is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring Assistant Engineering Manager to learn, grow, and support the engineering operation.
This position offers a clear pathway toward becoming an Assistant Engineering Manager by contributing to achieving operational targets set by Arriva UK Bus and the DVSA, ensuring vehicle availability and compliance, while maintaining budgetary and performance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Engineering Manager in daily operations, including workload planning and resource allocation to ensure optimum garage performance.
* Supervise and motivate the engineering team to ensure safe, timely, and efficient maintenance, servicing, repairs, and cleaning of the fleet.
* Maintain accurate work documentation and oversee proper sign-off procedures.
* Deliver regular team briefings and shift handovers using Team Talk Boards.
Health, Safety & Compliance: Ensure staff compliance with health & safety standards, environmental policies, and statutory regulations.
Fleet & Customer Service: Ensure the depot consistently meets PVR, delivering clean, roadworthy vehicles that exceed statutory standards.
People Management: Assist in all aspects of people management, including recruitment, onboarding, performance reviews, absence management, and employee relations.
Quality & Continuous Improvement: Uphold high-quality engineering standards by promoting individual and team accountability. Identify areas of underperformance and contribute to action plans to improve outcomes.
Requirements:
* Strong engineering background, ideally within heavy vehicles or plant machinery, with experience in maintenance, servicing, or overhaul.
* Recognised apprenticeship, vocational qualification, or relevant degree/diploma in engineering, vehicle maintenance, or a related field.
* Sound knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and commitment to best practice.
* Proven ability to supervise and motivate a team in a fast-paced, operational environment.
* Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
* Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards.
Benefits:
* A development-focused position with a clear pathway toward becoming an Assistant Engineering Manager.
* Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
* Chance to develop and implement new processes and procedures to drive business success.
How to Apply:
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your application with a covering letter and CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.