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Engineering Supervisor

Arriva London South Limited

Location:
United Kingdom, Runcorn

Category:
Logistics

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

46575.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

This role offers an exciting opportunity for an aspiring Assistant Engineering Manager to learn, grow, and support the Engineering Manager in delivering an efficient and effective engineering operation. The successful candidate will contribute to achieving operational targets set by Arriva UK Bus and the DVSA, ensuring vehicle availability and compliance, while maintaining budgetary and performance standards. You will play a key part in ensuring the garage consistently meets Peak Vehicle Requirement (PVR), operates within core KPI metrics, and maintains regulatory and safety compliance. This is a development-focused position with a clear pathway toward becoming an Assistant Engineering Manager.

Job Responsibility:

Support the Engineering Manager in the daily running of the engineering operation
Supervise and support the engineering team to ensure safe, timely, and efficient maintenance, servicing, repairs, and cleaning of the fleet
Assist in workload planning and resource allocation to ensure optimum garage performance
Maintain accurate work documentation and oversee proper sign-off procedures
Deliver regular team briefings and shift handovers using Team Talk Boards
Monitor and assist in reducing vehicle breakdowns and lost mileage by focusing on preventative maintenance and performance improvement
Ensure staff compliance with health & safety standards, environmental policies, and statutory regulations
Actively monitor safe working practices, including those of contractors and visitors
Assist the Engineering Manager in fostering a culture of continuous safety awareness and compliance
Ensure the depot consistently meets PVR, delivering clean, roadworthy vehicles that exceed statutory standards
Support the delivery of contractual obligations through effective fleet availability planning
Assist in all aspects of people management, including recruitment, onboarding, performance reviews, absence management, and employee relations
Support the development of team members through training, coaching, and identifying skills gaps
Maintain open communication with staff and relay feedback to the Engineering Manager
Uphold high-quality engineering standards by promoting individual and team accountability
Encourage and support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives throughout the depot
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
Desire and capability to progress to the role of Assistant Engineering Manager

Nice to have:

Previous experience in the bus or HGV industry
Understanding of DVSA and regulatory vehicle standards
Experience with engineering KPIs, budget management, and fleet availability planning

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 20, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

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