Engineering Chargehand - Electric Depot Lead (Evenings)

FirstGroup; West of England; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstGroup is seeking an Engineering Chargehand for its Bristol Hengrove Depot. The role combines hands-on engineering work with staff supervision in a busy, fully electric depot. You will oversee engineers, plan daily tasks, and ensure high standards of maintenance and safety.

The position involves night shifts (Mon-Fri 6pm-2am) with clear opportunities to lead teams and improve depot operations within a major UK transport provider.

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ/SVQ or City & Guilds equivalent in vehicle maintenance & repair.
• Experience supervising teams in a workshop or depot environment.
• Strong attention to detail and reading/writing literacy.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise engineering staff in the Bristol Hengrove Depot.
• Monitor daily operations of the engineering department and workshop.
• Balance hands-on work (about 30%) with staff management and compliance (about 70%).
• Ensure delivery of high-quality service and safety compliance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Attention to detail

Literacy

UK driving licence

Education

Level 3 NVQ/SVQ or City & Guilds in vehicle maintenance & repair

Job description

FirstGroup is seeking an Engineering Chargehand for its Bristol Hengrove Depot. The role combines hands-on engineering work with staff supervision in a busy, fully electric depot. You will oversee engineers, plan daily tasks, and ensure high standards of maintenance and safety.

The position involves night shifts (Mon-Fri 6pm-2am) with clear opportunities to lead teams and improve depot operations within a major UK transport provider.