We're looking for an organised, hands-on Assistant Engineering Manager to help keep our fleet safe, compliant and ready for service at Wandsworth Garage. You'll support daily operations, lead and develop the team and ensure our vehicles, workshop and safety standards are consistently high.
What You'll Do
- Ensure clean, reliable and roadworthy vehicles are available throughout the day
- Reduce engineering lost mileage by working closely with engineers and Operations
- Maintain all vehicles to First Bus London, TFL and DVSA standards
- Assist the Engineering Manager in building a high performing team by leading and mentoring Working Charge Hands as well as engineering staff
- Work collaboratively with Operations, Contractors and Trade Union representatives
- Deliver training, conduct risk assessments and meet all reporting requirements
About You
You're a proactive engineering professional with a strong technical background and the ability to lead by example. You thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and know how to get the best out of your team.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience as aManager, Supervisor, or Working Charge Handin a transport engineering function (ideally buses)
- Strongpeople managementskills with the ability to motivate, coach and manage performance
- Excellent engineering knowledge with consistentlyhigh work standards
- Competent IT user – especiallyExcelandMS Outlook
- Experience managingbudgets, reporting on variances, and delivering cost efficiencies
- RelevantHealth & Safety Management qualification
Desirable:
- Full and currentdriving licence(PCV an advantage)
Benefits:
- We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platformwith many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc
- Staff Travel Pass
- Nominee Pass after three months of service
- Cycle to work scheme
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Assistant Engineering Manager employer: First Group
At First Bus London, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values collaboration and inclusivity. As an Engineering Manager at our Tolworth garage, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, a supportive safety-first culture, and ample opportunities for career development and professional training, all while playing a pivotal role in advancing sustainable transport solutions in the heart of London.
