Engineering Chargehand

Arrivatc; Bangor; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Arriva seeks an experienced Engineering Chargehand in Bangor to lead a team responsible for maintaining and repairing our bus fleet. You'll ensure the safe operation of all vehicles and uphold company standards while promoting safety in the workshop.

The role requires proven supervisory experience in an engineering setting, qualifications in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, and strong diagnostic skills. Join Arriva, a leading provider of transport services across Europe, to make a difference in your community.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles.
• Demonstrable experience in a supervisory or team leader role.
• Full UK driving licence (PCV (D) preferred).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and motivate a team of engineering technicians.
• Oversee inspection, diagnosis, and repair of bus systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate service and maintenance records.

Skills

Team Leadership

Fault Finding

Diagnostic Skills

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Communication

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics

NVQ Level 3 in Automotive Engineering

Tools

Diagnostic Equipment

Job description

## Engineering ChargehandApplylocations: Bangor Bus Depottime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR031780## Engineering ChargehandBangor### OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Chargehand to lead a team of engineering technicians responsible for the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of our bus fleet. The successful candidate will ensure the safe, efficient operation of all vehicles and play a key role in delivering a reliable transport service across Wales.### Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & Supervision* Supervise, motivate, and direct a team of engineering technicians.* Allocate tasks, monitor performance, and provide technical guidance and support.Maintenance & Repair* Oversee and participate in the inspection, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of bus systems, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components.Quality Assurance* Ensure all work meets company standards, safety regulations, VOSA/DVSA requirements, and manufacturer specifications.Fault Finding & Diagnostics* Use advanced diagnostic tools and problem-solving techniques to identify and rectify complex vehicle faults efficiently.Documentation & Reporting* Maintain accurate service and maintenance records, including parts usage and defect reports.* Prepare and submit reports as required by management.Health & Safety* Promote and enforce a strong safety culture in the workshop.* Ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation and company procedures.Resource Management* Assist in managing workshop resources such as tools, equipment, and consumables.* Ensure all resources are used effectively and safely.Training & Development* Identify skill gaps and support the training and development of engineering technicians.Communication* Liaise with management, other departments, and external suppliers regarding vehicle status, maintenance issues, and solutions.Continuous Improvement* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department to optimise efficiency and service quality.### Qualifications and ExperienceEssential* Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Automotive Engineering, or related field (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds).* Proven experience in maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles, preferably buses or coaches.* Demonstrable experience in a supervisory or team leader role within an engineering or workshop environment.* Full UK driving licence (PCV (D) entitlement preferred).* Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities with sound knowledge of modern vehicle systems.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of motivating and leading a team.* Proficiency in using diagnostic equipment and IT systems for vehicle maintenance.* Thorough understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to workshop operations.Desirable* IRTEC Licence or equivalent qualification.* Experience with bus manufacturers specific to Arriva Cymru’s fleet.* Knowledge of VOSA/DVSA standards and regulations.* Familiarity with fleet management software.Engineering Charge hand at Bangor depot0:00 / 3:05### About UsArriva is a leading provider of passenger transport across Europe, employing around 34,400 people and delivering around 1.6 billion passenger journeys. With buses, trains, coaches, trams, waterbuses, bike-sharing systems, on-demand transport solutions and a rolling stock leasing company, Arriva proudly connects people and communities safely, reliably and sustainably across 11 countries, delivering these services in a better way, every day. The activities of Arriva are divided into four business units: UK Bus, UK Trains, The Netherlands and Mainland Europe. Arriva has passenger transport operations in the Czech Republic, Croatia, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and the United Kingdom, and also operates a rolling stock leasing company in Romania.