Assistant Engineering Manager - Wood Green
Join Arriva London as an Assistant Engineering Manager (AEM). Are you an experienced and driven engineering professional looking to advance your career? Arriva London is seeking a motivated Assistant Engineering Manager (AEM) to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis at our Croydon Garage. If you have a passion for delivering excellence and leading teams to success, we want to hear from you.
What We Offer:
1. Competitive Salary: Starting at £52,200 + Bonus Earnings
2. Permanent, Full-Time Employment
3. Career Progression: Pathways to develop into senior roles
4. Personal Mentoring: Dedicated 1-2-1 mentoring to support your growth
5. Specialized Training: High Voltage/EV training and Health & Safety qualifications
6. Professional Development: Access to training courses and certifications
7. Free Travel: Enjoy free travel on TFL-operated transport (Bus, Underground, London Overground, DLR, Tramlink) for you and one family member living in your household
8. Exclusive Discounts: Access to Arriva Village discounts, saving you up to £1,200 per year
9. Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
10. Pension Scheme: Arriva Workplace Pension
Your Main Responsibilities:
1. Depot Leadership: Act as the on-site lead for depot security and ensure all team members follow safe working practices.
2. Team Supervision: Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficient servicing, maintenance, repair, and cleaning of vehicles and components.
3. Workload Management: Plan and allocate tasks effectively, collaborating with Working Chargehands to meet performance targets.
4. Compliance: Enforce adherence to Health & Safety regulations, quality procedures, and environmental standards.
5. Resource Management: Ensure the availability of necessary parts, tools, and equipment for your team.
6. Reporting & Communication: Maintain accurate work records, provide reports to the Engineering Manager, and conduct team briefings using Team Talk Boards.
7. Continuous Improvement: Identify root causes of breakdowns and focus on improving fleet reliability through planned maintenance and reduced lost mileage.
8. Cost Efficiency: Support the Engineering Manager in managing depot costs and enhancing team efficiency.
9. Deputy Role: Serve as the site lead in the absence of the Engineering Manager.
What We’re Looking For:
1. Engineering Expertise: Strong background in heavy vehicle, equipment, or machinery maintenance and repair—preferably within the Bus/HGV industry.
2. Qualifications: Completed a recognised apprenticeship, vocational qualification, or higher education in mechanical, electrical, or vehicle engineering disciplines.
3. Health & Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with H&S best practices (IOSH qualification is a plus).
4. Leadership Skills: Proven ability to supervise teams, foster collaboration, and create a productive working environment.
5. Attention to Detail: Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure while maintaining high standards.
6. Communication: Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with staff and stakeholders.
7. Union Collaboration: Experience working with Trade Union representatives is advantageous.
If you are ready to take the next step in your engineering career and thrive in a dynamic environment, apply today and become an essential part of the Arriva London team.
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