Reports to: Head of Operations / Head of Engineering
Salary: 66k Base + Company Car
Location: Dartford & Barking
Direct Reports: Team Leaders, Storekeepers, Admins, Master Technicians, Engineers, Apprentices
Main Stakeholders:
* Internal: Head of Operations, Head of Engineering, Technical Manager, Engineering Director, Finance BP, HR BP, Storekeepers, HS&E, Fleet Manager, Transcare, Training School, Route Performance, Trade Union, UKB Purchasing
* External: DVSA/OTC, TfL, Local PTA, Suppliers, Contractors, Service Providers
Role Purpose:
Oversee fleet maintenance and presentation in line with legislation, policies, and safety standards. Ensure key performance indicators (KPIs) are achieved efficiently and reliably.
Responsibilities:
* Lead and deliver engineering performance and service targets
* Manage engineering P&L, budget, and forecasting
* Oversee workshop operations, shift planning, and payroll
* Ensure fleet maintenance, reliability, and compliance
* Manage stores activities, warranties, and inventory KPIs
* Deliver technical training and maintain audit compliance
* Prepare and present reports (daily, weekly, period-end)
Health & Safety:
* Ensure premises meet health, safety, and environmental standards
* Supervise engineers, staff, and contractors with a duty of care
* Conduct safety audits and ensure compliance with O-Licence requirements
Customer:
* Ensure daily vehicle availability meets peak requirements and exceeds statutory standards
Quality:
* Analyse breakdown trends and implement improvement plans
* Ensure legal and company compliance in all records and audits
* Promote lean strategies and efficiency improvements, reducing waste where possible
People:
* Oversee recruitment, training, performance management, and staff development
* Manage staff schedules, holidays, and operational needs
* Monitor lost mileage, manage garage budgets, and contribute to business-critical projects
Requirements:
* Strong engineering background, ideally in the bus/HGV sector
* Experience in leading teams, with excellent organisational and communication skills
* Knowledge of health and safety, with proven problem-solving abilities
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