Engineering Manager – Hemel Hempstead
Salary: £64,000 per annum + Company CarWhy Join Arriva?This is a standout opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role at one of the UK’s leading transport operators. As Engineering Manager at our Hemel Hempstead depot, you’ll directly influence fleet performance and service reliability. At Arriva, we believe in empowering our teams, fostering innovation, and driving continuous improvement. If you’re passionate about engineering excellence, operational leadership, and making a real difference—this is your next move.The RoleAs Engineering Manager, you’ll take full ownership of engineering operations, leading a skilled team and ensuring the depot runs efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with regulatory and company standards. You'll be responsible for delivering against KPIs, improving fleet availability, and contributing to business-wide improvement strategies.Key ResponsibilitiesEngineering OperationsLead all engineering and maintenance activities, ensuring delivery of performance and service targetsMaintain fleet reliability, safety, and legal compliance to the highest standardsLeadership & Team DevelopmentInspire, lead, and develop a multidisciplinary team including engineers, team leaders, apprentices, storekeepers, and admin staffManage workforce planning, shift allocation, and staff development to build a high-performing teamFinancial ManagementOversee depot-level P&L, budgeting, and forecastingDrive cost efficiency and reduce lost mileage through proactive planning and resource managementHealth, Safety & ComplianceEnsure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and O-Licence regulationsConduct regular audits and maintain rigorous safety practices across the depotTraining & DevelopmentImplement and deliver technical training programsEnsure all audit trails and compliance documentation meet legal and corporate standardsContinuous ImprovementDrive lean methodologies and operational improvementsIdentify and act on opportunities to boost productivity and reduce wasteCustomer Service & Fleet AvailabilityEnsure vehicle availability consistently meets or exceeds peak service demandMonitor breakdown trends and implement effective corrective action plansReporting & AnalysisDeliver accurate, timely operational reports (daily, weekly, period-end)Track depot performance against key KPIs and provide data-driven insightsTalent & RecruitmentLead recruitment and onboarding for depot engineering rolesEmbed a strong performance culture through coaching, mentoring, and performance managementWhat You’ll BringA strong background in engineering, ideally within the bus or HGV sectorProven experience in leading technical teams within a dynamic operational environmentDeep understanding of fleet management, maintenance planning, and workshop operationsStrong financial and commercial awareness, including P&L responsibilityExcellent leadership, organisational, and communication skillsIn-depth knowledge of health, safety, and regulatory frameworksA proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovationAdditional InformationThis job description outlines the core responsibilities of the Engineering Manager role. However, responsibilities may evolve in line with future business needs or individual development. The successful candidate may also be asked to undertake additional duties, as reasonably required by their manager.
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