Lead Workshop Engineer Manager – London Fleet

Arriva Rail London Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Free travel on TfL transport for you &

Pension

Job summary

Arriva London Ltd in London is seeking an Assistant Engineering Manager (AEM / Workshop Manager) to oversee a busy depot workshop and support the Engineering Manager in delivering maintenance, repairs and compliance.

You will lead a team of engineers, manage workload, ensure safety, maintain records and meet DVSA and KPI targets across multiple London garages. A strong engineering background and leadership experience are essential, with IOSH or similar safety qualifications encouraged.

Qualifications

• Strong engineering background with maintenance, repair and overhaul of heavy vehicles/equipment.
• Recognised apprenticeship or vocational qualification in mechanical/electrical engineering.
• Degree or diploma in engineering/vehicle maintenance is acceptable.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety with IOSH as a baseline.
• Ability to lead and supervise a team and individuals to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Good interpersonal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Be the designated on-site person for depot security and safe working practices.
• Lead and supervise the team to ensure efficient servicing, maintenance, and repairs.
• Plan and allocate workload to balance demand with capacity.
• Coordinate with chargehands to keep on-road engineering performance on target.
• Ensure work documentation is issued, signed off and maintained.
• Prepare verbal/written reports for the Engineering Manager as required.
• Conduct team briefings and handovers using Team Talk Boards.
• Support cost management while increasing team efficiency.

Skills

Team Leadership

Health & Safety

Communication

Engineering background

Education

Apprenticeship / Vocational qualification

Degree or Diploma in engineering/vehicle maintenance

IOSH Certification

Job description

Arriva London Ltd in London is seeking an Assistant Engineering Manager (AEM / Workshop Manager) to oversee a busy depot workshop and support the Engineering Manager in delivering maintenance, repairs and compliance.

You will lead a team of engineers, manage workload, ensure safety, maintain records and meet DVSA and KPI targets across multiple London garages. A strong engineering background and leadership experience are essential, with IOSH or similar safety qualifications encouraged.