Engineering Manager

First Bus; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major transport company in Dumbarton is seeking an Engineering Manager to oversee operations at their electric vehicle charging site. This role requires a strong leader with proven engineering experience and the ability to manage a diverse fleet. Responsibilities include ensuring vehicle reliability and operational efficiency, data analysis for cost reductions, and fostering team development. Competitive salary and employee benefits are offered.

Benefits

Free travel on buses for family

Health cash plan

Discounts on train travel

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills are essential to provide strategic and day-to-day direction.
• Must be fully conversant with the safe operation of workshop equipment.
• Budgetary and financial experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage workshop operations and ensure fleet availability.
• Oversee a fleet of 300 vehicles, including 150 electric vehicles.
• Conduct data analysis to reduce costs and enhance service delivery.

Skills

Leadership skills

IT and Computer skills

Knowledge of HGV/PSV maintenance

Education

Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

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We're one of the country's largest bus operators – and our engineering teams are working at the forefront of bus technology. Nationwide, we are investing in state-of-the-art new buses, and in the workshops and people that service them. A First Bus depot is the perfect environment to continue growing your engineering know-how. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.

About the role

The Engineering Manager holds overall responsibility for supporting the business during all planned and unplanned absences of the local engineering teams across our Glasgow depots. This key role will take charge of the largest electric vehicle (EV) charging site in the UK, overseeing a fleet of 300 vehicles, including 150 EVs, with capacity for further growth.

First Bus is at the forefront of innovative technologies, including EV fleets, renewable energy solutions such as solar power and rainwater recycling, as well as a state-of-the-art depot established in 2014.

The Engineering Manager will be responsible for managing workshop operations, ensuring fleet availability, and maintaining the highest standards of vehicle reliability to provide an exceptional service to our customers. The role also involves offering strong leadership, fostering staff development, and motivating the engineering team, while collaborating with supervisory teams to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.

Additionally, during periods not dedicated to direct depot support, this role will focus on data analysis aimed at reducing costs and enhancing service delivery.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (level of experience depending)

Reporting to: Head of Engineering

About you

• A minimum Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent, City & Guilds in mechanical or electrical engineering is essential.
• Ideally a TMCPC holder, but if not, training will be provided.
• Must be fully conversant with the safe operation of workshop equipment.
• Must have proven knowledge of relevant legislation concerning HS&E, maintenance of HGV or PSVs, Road Safety etc.
• Necessary IT and Computer skills such as SAP, MS Office etc., are needed to fulfill the role.
• Do you have working knowledge of DVSA Legislations and Categorisation of Defects?
• Proven leadership skills are essential to provide strategic and day-to-day direction to your team.
• Budgetary and financial experience is essential.
• Capacity to manage and commute between multi-site operations, providing cover when required.
• Free travel on our buses for you and your family.
• Simplyhealth - health cash plan is available to all employees of First Bus.
• MAPB scheme (up to 15% of AS).
• First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands.
• Discounted train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, and Hull Trains.
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares.
• Cycle to work scheme.

We put a big focus on physical and mental well-being at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.