Assistant Engineering Manager - Wood Green

Wood Green, England, United Kingdom

12/18/2024

Join Arriva London as an Assistant Engineering Manager (AEM)

Are you an experienced and driven engineering professional looking to advance your career? Arriva London is seeking a motivated Assistant Engineering Manager (AEM) to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis at our Croydon Garage. If you have a passion for delivering excellence and leading teams to success, we want to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: Starting at £52,200 + Bonus Earnings
• Permanent, Full-Time Employment
• Career Progression: Pathways to develop into senior roles
• Personal Mentoring: Dedicated 1-2-1 mentoring to support your growth
• Specialized Training: High Voltage/EV training and Health & Safety qualifications
• Professional Development: Access to training courses and certifications
• Free Travel: Enjoy free travel on TFL-operated transport (Bus, Underground, London Overground, DLR, Tramlink) for you and one family member living in your household
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to Arriva Village discounts, saving you up to £1,200 per year
• Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Pension Scheme: Arriva Workplace Pension
  
  

Your Main Responsibilities

• Depot Leadership: Act as the on-site lead for depot security and ensure all team members follow safe working practices.
• Team Supervision: Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficient servicing, maintenance, repair, and cleaning of vehicles and components.
• Workload Management: Plan and allocate tasks effectively, collaborating with Working Chargehands to meet performance targets.
• Compliance: Enforce adherence to Health & Safety regulations, quality procedures, and environmental standards.
• Resource Management: Ensure the availability of necessary parts, tools, and equipment for your team.
• Reporting & Communication: Maintain accurate work records, provide reports to the Engineering Manager, and conduct team briefings using Team Talk Boards.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify root causes of breakdowns and focus on improving fleet reliability through planned maintenance and reduced lost mileage.
• Cost Efficiency: Support the Engineering Manager in managing depot costs and enhancing team efficiency.
• Deputy Role: Serve as the site lead in the absence of the Engineering Manager.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Engineering Expertise: Strong background in heavy vehicle, equipment, or machinery maintenance and repair—preferably within the Bus/HGV industry.
• Qualifications: Completed a recognised apprenticeship, vocational qualification, or higher education in mechanical, electrical, or vehicle engineering disciplines.
• Health & Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with H&S best practices (IOSH qualification is a plus).
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to supervise teams, foster collaboration, and create a productive working environment.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with staff and stakeholders.
• Union Collaboration: Experience working with Trade Union representatives is advantageous.
  
  

If you are ready to take the next step in your engineering career and thrive in a dynamic environment, apply today and become an essential part of the Arriva London team.