Depot Engineering Manager

FirstGroup Internal; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company is seeking an experienced professional for a role focused on train service performance and compliance at the Reading Train Care Depot. The ideal candidate should have proven line management experience, a strong understanding of Health & Safety standards, and familiarity with Quality & Environmental systems. You will be instrumental in enhancing operational efficiency and compliance across the team. Flexibility for out-of-hours work is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven line management experience.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety standards (OHSAS 18001).
• Familiarity with Quality & Environmental systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001).
• Knowledge of supplier assessment processes.
• Experience with EMU and DMU fleets.
• Strategic thinker with a track record of delivering business-critical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead Depot Engineering Manager and Plant teams to align objectives.
• Drive performance improvements across safety and compliance.
• Support strategic initiatives ensuring engineering activities meet standards.

Skills

Line management experience

Health & Safety standards knowledge

Quality & Environmental systems familiarity

Supplier assessment processes knowledge

Strategic thinking

Tools

EMU and DMU fleet experience

Job description

About the team

London & Thames Valley (LTV) Engineering is a dynamic and multi-skilled team dedicated to delivering safe, reliable, and high quality trains on time and within budget. Our work is essential to meeting GWR's operational goals, and we pride ourselves on our collaborative approach. The team has undergone significant transformation in recent years, and exciting challenges ahead.

About the job:

In this role, you will be responsible for train service performance of the LTV fleet and develop initiatives and schemes to improve. In addition you'll ensure that the LTV Engineering function operates in full compliance with Safety, Fleet, Plant & Equipment, Environmental, and Security standards. You'll play a key part in improving operational efficiency and reducing risk across engineering activities.

• Identifying and addressing areas of non-compliance with GWR's Engineering Integrated Management System and Safety Management Systems
• Supporting the wider LTV team by implementing required changes and contributing to improved safety, financial, and technical performance
• Working closely with the LTV Fleet Manager to deliver strategic objectives

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Leading the Depot Engineering Manager and Plant teams to ensure their objectives align with the overall business plan
• Driving performance improvements across safety, compliance, and operational delivery
• Supporting strategic initiatives and ensuring engineering activities meet GWR's standards and expectations

You'll need to be:

• Highly organised and committed to excellence
• Flexible and resilient under pressure
• Capable of managing multiple complex tasks and tight deadlines
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Operationally knowledgeable and confident in decision-making

Essential Experience and Qualifications:

• Proven line management experience
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety standards (OHSAS 18001)
• Familiarity with Quality & Environmental systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001)
• Knowledge of supplier assessment processes
• Experience with EMU and DMU fleets
• Strategic thinker with a track record of delivering business-critical outcomes

About the location:

Your primary base will be Reading Train Care Depot, with travel required across the LTV network and occasionally beyond. While your core hours will follow a standard business schedule, flexibility is essential, and out-of-hours work may be necessary to meet operational demands.

For further information, please contact Gareth Storton, Fleet Manager – London & Thames Valley on 07736088344

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