Welcome to First Bus Engineering
We're one of the country's largest bus operators and our engineering teams are working at the forefront of bus technology. Nationwide, we are investing in state-of-the-art new buses, and in the workshops and people that service them. A First Bus depot is the perfect environment to continue growing your engineering know-how. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.
About the role
The Engineering Manager holds overall responsibility for supporting the business during all planned and unplanned absences of the local engineering teams across our Glasgow depots. This key role will take charge of the largest electric vehicle (EV) charging site in the UK, overseeing a fleet of 300 vehicles, including 150 EVs, with capacity for further growth.
First Bus is at the forefront of innovative technologies, including EV fleets, renewable energy solutions such as solar power and rainwater recycling, as well as a state-of-the-art depot established in 2014.
The Engineering Manager will be responsible for managing workshop operations, ensuring fleet availability, and maintaining the highest standards of vehicle reliability to provide an exceptional service to our customers. The role also involves offering strong leadership, fostering staff development, and motivating the engineering team, while collaborating with supervisory teams to en...