Workshop Manager

Welcome to First Bus

First Bus is one of the country's largest bus operators – taking 1.6 million customers to their destinations every day. We're a forward-looking business at the forefront of bus technology, leading the way on contactless payments, mobile Apps and real-time information. Our investment in state-of-the-art, new buses is just one part of our transition to a low-carbon future. It's an exciting time to be here.

About the Role

To support and deputise for the Engineering Manager to manage all aspects of engineering performance in the depot, including fleet and environmental management, delivering excellent customer experience, while managing a governance agenda that supports legislative and policy compliance.

1. You will do task preparation: all jobs will be prepared in detail (including durations) so that we have clarity on workload.
2. You will plan and estimate working times.
3. You will work with the Training function to ensure that engineering teams are competently trained and to achieve agreed establishment requirements.
4. You will develop and use standards (technical publications) to make sure jobs are carried out consistently and efficiently.
5. You will perform regular audits to confirm compliance with legislative and company standards.
6. You will deliver agreed performance improvement plans and engineering costs within budget.

About You

1. You must have a Level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent, City & Guilds in mechanical or electrical engineering.
2. Fully conversant with the safe operation of workshop equipment.
3. Proven knowledge of relevant legislation concerning HS&E, maintenance of HGV or PSVs, Road Safety, etc.
4. Necessary IT and Computer skills such as SAP, MS Office, etc.
5. Working knowledge of DVSA Legislations and Categorisation of Defects.
6. Proven leadership skills are essential to provide strategic and day-to-day direction to your team.
7. Capacity to manage and commute between multi-site operations, providing cover when required.

Rewards & Benefits

1. Free travel on our buses for you and your family.
2. First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands.
3. Discounted train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains.
4. Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares.
5. Cycle to work scheme.

We put a big focus on physical and mental well-being at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking, and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities, and people. We welcome applications from all.

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.