Managing Contract Engineer

Dennis Eagle UK; Reading; On-site; GBP 53,754 - 65,699; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Health benefits

Cycle to work

Employee assistance programme

Health Shield Medical coverage

Job summary

Dennis Eagle UK is seeking a Managing Contract Engineer in Reading to own a key customer contract, lead a small team and ensure service delivery across vehicle maintenance, repairs and compliance. This role combines technical expertise with leadership and customer relations.

You will manage day-to-day operations, ensure safety and quality standards, and maintain strong working relationships with customers while driving operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people management experience.
• Strong communication with customers and teams.
• Experience in vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Understanding of compliance and safety standards.
• Good administrative and organisational skills.
• Full driving licence and HGV licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a Contract Engineer to run the Reading contract.
• Oversee servicing, maintenance, repairs and MOT preparation.
• Ensure contractual service work and compliance documentation are completed on time.
• Maintain excellent relationships with customers and provide responsive service.
• Manage workshop operations, stock control and housekeeping to high standards.
• Ensure health, safety, quality and environmental requirements are met, monitor workload.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Vehicle maintenance

Compliance

Administration

Organisation

Driving licence

HGV licence

Job description

Role: Managing Contract Engineer

Location: Reading, RG2 0QX

Hours: 45 hours per week | 9 hours per day between 06:00 and 18:00 Monday to Friday

Salary: up to £59,727.14 pa DOE

We're looking for a Managing Contract Engineer to take ownership of a key customer contract in Reading, leading a small team and ensuring exceptional service delivery across vehicle maintenance, repairs and compliance activities. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced commercial vehicle professional who enjoys combining technical expertise with people leadership, customer relationships and operational management.

What you'll be doing

As Managing Contract Engineer, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Reading contract, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. You'll:

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a Contract Engineer, creating a positive and productive working environment.
• Oversee vehicle servicing, maintenance, repairs and MOT preparation.
• Ensure contractual service work and compliance documentation are completed on time.
• Maintain excellent relationships with customers, providing a professional and responsive service.
• Manage workshop operations, stock control and housekeeping standards.
• Ensure health, safety, quality and environmental requirements are consistently met.
• Monitor workload and performance to ensure vehicles are maintained to plan and customers remain satisfied.

What we're looking for

We're interested in people who can combine strong technical knowledge with excellent leadership and communication skills. You'll ideally have:

• Experience working with commercial vehicles, their maintenance and repair.
• A good understanding of compliance requirements and health & safety standards.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Experience leading, motivating and developing others.
• Good administration and organisational skills.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and provide clear direction when needed.
• A full driving licence and HGV licence.

Previous experience managing a vehicle workshop, stock control knowledge, estimating experience or management qualifications would be advantageous.

If you're ready to take ownership of a customer contract, lead by example and help deliver outstanding service, we'd love to hear from you!

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your growth in the role.

At Dennis Eagle we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a disability confident organisation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. As part of our dedication to creating a supportive environment, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We invite you to engage in an open conversation with us about how we can best support you and ensure that your unique skills and talents are recognised and valued. Your success is integral to our collective growth, and we look forward to working together to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays: this is based on a 5 day working week (pro rata to 20 days plus Bank Holidays for a 4 day working week)
• Enhanced Pension Scheme and DIS Benefit: The company contributes 5% of total salary into our pension scheme, and 5x basic salary Death In Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access a 24-hour helpline for support with life's challenges, including stress & anxiety, bereavement, relationship advice, tenancy & housing concerns, counselling, financial wellbeing, legal information, substance issues, family matters, childcare support, medical information, and consumer issues.
• Health Shield Medical Cash Plan: All employees receive membership to a company-funded medical cash plan. This scheme allows you to claim cash back for medical expenses, including prescriptions, dental, optical, physiotherapy, specialist consultations, X-rays, and MRI scans.
• GP Anytime: Enjoy access to GP services anytime with our online 24/7 appointment service, featuring on-demand appointments, unlimited consultations, no capped appointment times, and convenient prescriptions.
• Training and Development: We offer mandatory equipment training, a Management Development Programme, and opportunities to upskill through apprenticeships.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save on commuting costs and stay healthy with our cycle to work scheme.
• Care Concierge: Get help navigating the care system with access to a team of dedicated care experts.
• Occupational Health Support and Health Surveillance: Ensure your well-being with our comprehensive occupational health support.
• My Benefits Platform: Enjoy discounts from high street retailers, health & wellness services, entertainment & days out, and home & DIY products.
• Independent Free Mortgage Advice: Receive free, independent advice on mortgages to help you make informed decisions.