Engineering Manager

2 weeks ago

Palmers Green Garage AD, United Kingdom Arriva Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year

At Arriva UK Bus, we keep Britain moving. From London to Liverpool, Birmingham to Bradford, and countless towns and cities in between, millions of journeys are made on our buses every year. We connect people with work, school, and the places that matter most.

We're now looking for an experienced and driven Engineering Manager to lead our engineering operations. This is a key leadership role where you'll ensure the safety, reliability, and performance of our fleet while shaping the future of our engineering strategy.

The Role

As an Engineering Manager, you'll take ownership of fleet maintenance and workshop operations, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. You'll lead a skilled team, manage budgets, and deliver on key performance indicators (KPIs), all while driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

This is an opportunity to make a real impact – optimising fleet reliability, motivating teams, and supporting Arriva's commitment to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable transport.

What We're Looking For

  • Strong engineering background, ideally in the bus or HGV sector.
  • Proven leadership and team management experience.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Experience managing budgets, operations, and forecasting.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Knowledge of fleet management, workshop operations, shift planning, and payroll.

What Arriva Can Offer You

  • Competitive salary
  • Full-time permanent role
  • Monday–Friday day shifts (with flexibility required)
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Dedicated 1-to-1 mentoring
  • Access to training courses and certifications
  • Free bus travel for you and a nominated family member living in the same household
  • Access to the Arriva Village – retail discounts and offers worth up to £1,200 per year
  • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
  • Arriva workplace pension

This job description sets out the main duties and responsibilities of the job-holder. It does not constitute an exhaustive or comprehensive description of duties and the job holder will be required to carry out any additional tasks as and when requested to do so by their manager. Responsibilities and duties may also change in light of future business needs and personal development.

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