Engineering Manager

We're proud of the role we play in connecting communities, helping people get to work, school, appointments, and days out. Behind every reliable service is a dedicated engineering team, and we're now looking for an Engineering Manager to lead ours from our depot in Harrogate.

BASIC SALARY: up to £60,000

BENEFTS: · Competitive pension · 2 x salary life cover · Modern, well-maintained vehicles and workshop facilities · Ongoing professional development, including IRTEC and Health & Safety training · Free bus travel for you, your partner, and up to two children across our network and participating operators throughout the North of England · Access to our colleague app, offering discounts on gym memberships, supermarkets, retailers and more

LOCATION: Harrogate

COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Bradford, Leeds, Huddersfield, York, Wetherby, Ripon, Thirsk, Skipton

JOB DESCRIPTION: Engineering Manager, Depot Manager - Commercial Vehicle, Engineering

As Engineering Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring our fleet remains safe, reliable and ready to deliver excellent service every day.

You'll lead a skilled team of Engineers, Electricians and body repair specialists, providing direction, support and motivation while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance and vehicle performance.

Key responsibilities include: · Managing all vehicle maintenance, servicing, inspections and repairs · Driving exceptional engineering standards and vehicle reliability · Ensuring full compliance with DVSA and O-Licence requirements · Working towards and maintaining outstanding MOT performance · Planning shifts and on-call arrangements · Managing engineering budgets and resources effectively

PERSON SPECIFICATION: Engineering Manager, Depot Manager - Commercial Vehicle, Engineering

You'll be a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge and a passion for getting the best from your team. If you're an experienced engineering professional who enjoys leading people, solving problems, and taking pride in maintaining high standards, this could be for you.

We're looking for someone who has: · A minimum Level 3 NVQ qualification (or equivalent City & Guilds qualifications) · A full driving licence · Experience leading engineering or maintenance teams · Strong organisational and communication skills · Experience working with buses or coaches (desirable) · A PCV licence, or the willingness and ability to obtain one

THE COMPANY

We operate more than 500 buses across nine depots throughout the North of England, delivering nearly 40 million passenger journeys every year. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and recognised.

INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.

Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.

Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client.

REF: AM18566, Wallace Hind Selection