Engineering Supervisor: Lead Bus & PSV Fleet Team

Bluetownonline-Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Discounts via Hapi app

Free travel on Reading Buses

Award-winning bus company

Job summary

Reading Buses in Reading is seeking an experienced Engineering Supervisor to lead the engineering team on shift. You will supervise technicians and cleaning staff, oversee vehicle maintenance and provide hands-on technical support to keep our fleet safe and ready for service.

The role requires time-served maintenance background with supervisory experience, strong knowledge of PSV/HGV maintenance, and the ability to manage DVSA compliance and productivity.

Qualifications

• Time-served technician background or equivalent.
• Supervisory or team-leading experience in a fleet/workshop.
• Strong technical knowledge of passenger carrying vehicles/HGVs and DVSA maintenance compliance.
• Clear communication and leadership skills; flexible hours.
• Experience with fleet maintenance software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise technicians and cleaning staff, allocate work and manage the shift workflow.
• Oversee inspections, servicing and repairs in line with DVSA standards; provide hands-on support for complex faults.
• Check work quality, maintain records and ensure health, safety and environmental standards.
• Work with Operations to maximise vehicle availability and minimise downtime.
• Lead briefings and shift handovers; support Engineering Manager with staff development.
• Help improve fleet reliability and workshop productivity.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Fleet maintenance software

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle or PSV Maintenance

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

Reading Buses in Reading is seeking an experienced Engineering Supervisor to lead the engineering team on shift. You will supervise technicians and cleaning staff, oversee vehicle maintenance and provide hands-on technical support to keep our fleet safe and ready for service.

The role requires time-served maintenance background with supervisory experience, strong knowledge of PSV/HGV maintenance, and the ability to manage DVSA compliance and productivity.