Job Description

Assistant Engineering Manager – London (Grays, Tottenham & Enfield)
£63,000 + Excellent Benefits

At Arriva UK Bus, we help keep London moving. Operating across one of the world’s busiest and most dynamic transport networks, our services are a vital part of everyday life in the capital. From early-morning commuters to late-night travellers, millions of journeys depend on our buses every year — and behind every journey is a high-performing engineering team keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and road-ready.

We’re currently recruiting for Assistant Engineering Managers across multiple London depots, with vacancies available in Grays, Tottenham, and Enfield.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading transport operator in a role where your impact will be seen every day across the capital’s bus network.

The Role

As Assistant Engineering Manager, you’ll support the day-to-day leadership of the depot engineering function — managing workshop operations, leading skilled teams, and ensuring our fleet meets the demanding standards expected across London’s transport system.

You’ll be at the heart of operations, balancing safety, efficiency, and performance in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily workshop operations, ensuring a safe, efficient, and cost-effective environment

• Maximise vehicle availability and minimise lost mileage to support service delivery across London routes

• Ensure all driver-reported defects are diagnosed, repaired, and recorded promptly

• Oversee rapid response to breakdowns, minimising disruption to passengers and services

• Maintain high standards of vehicle presentation — ensuring buses leave the workshop clean, safe, and service-ready

• Carry out Quality Check Audits on repairs and MOT preparation

• Ensure full compliance with Arriva’s Engineering Maintenance Manual and regulatory standards

• Collaborate closely with the Traffic team to manage fleet availability and operational pressures

• Promote a strong Health & Safety culture, leading by example and supporting audits and safety initiatives

• Investigate and report incidents, near misses, and safety concerns appropriately

• Support, coach, and develop engineering and support staff to build a high-performing team

• Carry out hands-on engineering work when required, including mechanical, electrical, and general servicing

What We’re Looking For

• A strong engineering background with proven experience in heavy vehicle maintenance (Bus, HGV, or similar)

• A recognised apprenticeship or qualification in mechanical or electrical engineering (or equivalent experience)

• Solid understanding of Health & Safety practices (IOSH or similar desirable)

• Experience supervising or leading teams in a workshop or depot environment

• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to perform under pressure

• Strong organisational and communication skills

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £63,000

• Full-time, permanent position

• Monday–Friday day shifts (with flexibility as required by operational demands)

• Clear career progression within a major London transport operator

• Ongoing training, development, and professional certifications

• Dedicated 1-to-1 mentoring support

• Free bus travel for you and a nominated household member across the Arriva network

• Access to Arriva Village – retail discounts worth up to £1,200 per year

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Company pension scheme

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a management role — it’s an opportunity to make a visible impact on London’s transport network every single day. Whether based in Grays, Tottenham, or Enfield, you’ll play a key role in keeping services running smoothly and passengers moving safely across the capital.

Join Arriva and be part of the team that keeps London moving.