Workshop Manager (PSV / HGV)

Workshop Manager / Assistant Engineering Manager (PSV / HGV)

Location: London
Salary: 67,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent

An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Assistant Engineering Manager, Workshop Manager, Service Manager or Fleet Maintenance Manager to join a leading London Bus Operator.

We are keen to hear from experienced engineering professionals from both the PSV and HGV sectors, including candidates currently working for Truck Main Dealers, Commercial Vehicle Main Dealers, Fleet Operators, Logistics Companies and Transport Operators who are looking to progress their career into a senior engineering management position.

This role would suit an established Assistant Engineering Manager or an ambitious Workshop Manager or Service Manager looking to take the next step within a large fleet operation.

The Role

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of a busy engineering operation responsible for maintaining a large fleet of buses to the highest standards of safety, reliability and compliance.

You will support the management of workshop activities, engineering staff, vehicle availability and fleet performance while ensuring all maintenance activities are completed in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of a large PSV engineering operation.
• Lead and support a team of Technicians, Chargehands, Supervisors and Engineers.
• Ensure vehicle availability and reliability targets are achieved.
• Oversee planned maintenance, inspections, servicing and repairs.
• Support the delivery of engineering KPIs, fleet performance and operational objectives.
• Ensure full compliance with DVSA, Health & Safety and company engineering standards.
• Assist with workshop planning, labour utilisation and resource allocation.
• Support investigations into vehicle defects, breakdowns and engineering performance issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the engineering department.
• Develop and mentor engineering staff to maximise performance and engagement.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Assistant Engineering Manager, Workshop Manager, Service Manager, Fleet Manager, Engineering Supervisor or similar leadership position.
• Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance operations within PSV, Bus, Coach, HGV, Truck or Commercial Vehicle environments.
• Industry recognised qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Proven ability to manage engineering teams and workshop performance.

HGV Candidates Encouraged To Apply

Applications are welcomed from experienced:

• HGV Workshop Managers
• HGV Service Managers
• Commercial Vehicle Service Managers
• Fleet Maintenance Managers
• Truck Workshop Managers
• Dealer Service Managers
• Fleet Engineering Supervisors
• Senior HGV Technicians looking to progress

Candidates from either main dealer and fleet maintenance environments are encouraged to apply.

Salary & Benefits

• 67,000 per annum
• Permanent position
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Work for one of London's leading transport operators
• Ongoing training and development

If you would like to discuss this Assistant Engineering Manager opportunity in greater detail, please apply with an up-to-date CV.