Assistant Engineering Manager

Are you an experienced and ambitious engineering professional looking to take the next step in your career? Our Client is seeking an Assistant Engineering Manager to support their Garage Engineering Manager in running a safe, efficient, and high-performing workshop. In this key leadership role, you’ll ensure fleet availability meets PVR requirements, manage workshop teams, and deliver excellence in maintenance, repair, and overhaul of vehicles—all while working within budget and maintaining core KPIs. What We Offer: Full-time, permanent role with clear career progression Dedicated 1-2-1 mentoring and leadership support Access to development training courses and professional certifications Free travel for you and a nominated family member Village retail discounts worth up to £1,200/year 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Arriva Workplace PensionMain Responsibilities: Act as the on-site lead for depot security, health & safety, and safe working practices Support the Engineering Manager in daily operational tasks Lead and supervise workshop teams, ensuring vehicles and components are serviced, maintained, and repaired efficiently Plan, allocate, and balance workloads to meet specifications and deadlines Liaise with Chargehands to maintain on-road engineering performance Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation, quality procedures, and environmental standardsAbout You: Strong engineering background with experience in maintenance, repair, and overhaul of heavy vehicles, equipment, or machinery Ideally experience within the bus or HGV industry Recognized engineering apprenticeship, vocational qualification, or degree/diploma in engineering/vehicle maintenance Strong knowledge of Health & Safety, leading by example (IOSH desirable) Excellent leadership, team-building, and motivational skills If you’re ready to take a leading role in a dynamic engineering environment and develop your career with a well-respected transport operator, apply today