Bus Fleet Engineering Supervisor – Safety & Repairs

First Group; Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Travel Pass

Nominee Pass

Cycle to work

Pension scheme

Job summary

First Group is seeking an experienced Working Charge Hand at Tolworth Garage in Kingston upon Thames. You will supervise the workshop team, ensure vehicles meet industry and company standards, and coordinate breakdown responses to minimise downtime.

Ideal candidates have an engineering background, UK driving licence, and strong HM&Safety awareness, with a track record of maintaining fleet reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• Qualified Engineer with Apprenticeship/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Proven supervisory experience – able to lead, motivate and coach.
• Previous bus industry experience.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Solid knowledge of health & safety standards.
• Organised, methodical and calm under pressure.
• Flexible, self-motivated and a strong team player.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support workshop staff during shifts.
• Ensure vehicles meet Company, TfL and VOSA standards.
• Make sure enough clean, reliable vehicles are ready for service.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns, minimising lost mileage.
• Oversee repairs, inspections and documentation such as MOT and rota planners.
• Liaise with service controllers, stores and suppliers to keep everything running smoothly.
• Monitor quality, cost-effectiveness and timeliness of engineering work.
• Champion Health & Safety in the workplace.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Bus industry experience

Communication skills

Health & safety knowledge

Organised & methodical

Team player

Driving licence (UK)

Education

Apprenticeship/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Agresso

Maximo

Job description

First Group is seeking an experienced Working Charge Hand at Tolworth Garage in Kingston upon Thames. You will supervise the workshop team, ensure vehicles meet industry and company standards, and coordinate breakdown responses to minimise downtime.

Ideal candidates have an engineering background, UK driving licence, and strong HM&Safety awareness, with a track record of maintaining fleet reliability and performance.