Night Workshop Manager: Engineering Leadership & Safety

Transportukbus; Twickenham; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free TfL travel for employee & guest

Employee assistance programme

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Transport UK London Bus is seeking a Workshop Manager for nights to lead the engineering workshop team at the Twickenham Depot, ensuring safe, efficient operations and compliance with legal requirements. The role reports to the Fleet Manager and oversees contractor performance and quality inspections.

The ideal candidate has PSV maintenance qualifications (level 3 or level 2 with 5 years of hands-on PSV workshop experience), strong leadership, IRTEC eligibility, and a proactive approach to

Qualifications

• Level 3 PSV maintenance and repair or Level 2 with 5 years recent PSV workshop experience.
• Leadership experience with engineering teams and workshops.
• IRTEC license required (must pass within probation).

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering workshop activities during night shift for safety and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with road passenger transport regulations and company policies.
• Oversee external contractors and audit performance against ISO 9001/HS&E standards.
• Lead quality inspections of vehicles and staff work, with monthly fleet audits.
• Address defects promptly to maintain service reliability and safety.
• Monitor reliability and ensure remedial actions are implemented swiftly.
• Report deficiencies to Fleet Manager and foster proactive compliance.
• Perform other duties commensurate with the role.

Skills

Transport sector knowledge

Leadership

Communication

IRTEC license knowledge

Flexible hours

Mentoring

Team motivation

Education

PSV maintenance/repair level 3

PSV workshop experience level 2 with 5 years

Job description

Transport UK London Bus is seeking a Workshop Manager for nights to lead the engineering workshop team at the Twickenham Depot, ensuring safe, efficient operations and compliance with legal requirements. The role reports to the Fleet Manager and oversees contractor performance and quality inspections.

The ideal candidate has PSV maintenance qualifications (level 3 or level 2 with 5 years of hands-on PSV workshop experience), strong leadership, IRTEC eligibility, and a proactive approach to