Engineering Manager

Forward Assist Recruitment; Heckmondwike; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a maintenance and engineering team for a fleet of passenger service vehicles. This hands-on role requires strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of mechanical and electrical systems. The Engineering Manager will oversee operations, ensure compliance with safety standards, and implement improvements to enhance efficiency. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a similar heavy vehicle or PSV environment.
• Deep understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of skilled engineers.
• Manage all engineering operations and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Implement new technologies and process improvements.

Skills

Mechanical systems understanding

Electrical systems understanding

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant engineering qualification

Job description

Engineering Manager

Are you a dynamic and experienced engineering professional ready to take the wheel of a bustling Passenger Service Vehicle (PSV) depot? We're looking for a highly motivated and skilled Engineering Manager to lead our client’s maintenance and engineering team.

The Role

As our Engineering Manager, you'll be the linchpin of the operations, ensuring the fleet of passenger service vehicles is maintained to the highest safety and performance standards. You'll lead a dedicated team of technicians and engineers, overseeing all aspects of vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs. This isn't just a desk job; it's a hands‑on leadership role where your expertise will directly impact the reliability and safety of our service.

Your key responsibilities will include :

• Leading and mentoring a team of skilled engineers
• Managing all engineering operations, from routine maintenance to complex repairs.
• Ensuring compliance with all industry regulations and safety standards.
• Budgeting and resource allocation for the engineering department.
• Implementing new technologies and process improvements to enhance efficiency.

What We're Looking For

We need a leader with a proven track record in a similar heavy vehicle or PSV environment. You should have a deep understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, and a knack for problem‑solving. Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills are essential. A relevant engineering qualification is highly desirable.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Ready to drive your career forward? If you're passionate about engineering and want to make a real impact, we want to hear from you!

Forward Assist Recruitment is operating as an employment agency. Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.