Assistant Engineering Manager - Accident Center
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Job Title: Assistant Engineering Manager / Workshop Manager
Location: Arriva Accident Centre – Enfield
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: 58,000 per annum
Join Arriva London and take the lead in keeping our fleet moving.
We are looking for a hands-on, experienced Assistant Engineering Manager / Workshop Manager to oversee and manage the full lifecycle of accident and repair work at our Enfield Accident Centre. This is a crucial leadership role, perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage operations from start to finish.
Key Responsibilities
* Health and safety is at the core of our operations—we are committed to creating a strong safety culture while ensuring full compliance with all plant and equipment regulations
* Oversee bus repairs from initial assessment to return to service, ensuring high-quality workmanship and efficient turnaround times.
* Manage workshop productivity, monitor progress, and ensure targets and KPIs are consistently met.
* Coordinate with third-party contractors, suppliers, and assessors to ensure smooth communication and timely completion of work.
* Create work orders, document repairs, and generate detailed records of labour, parts, and materials used.
* Perform and record quality checks throughout the repair process to maintain safety and compliance standards.
* Delegate tasks effectively, managing the day-to-day activities of a small team of engineers and technicians.
* Work with assessor reports and maintain compliance of all workshop equipment and plant.
* Arrange return of repaired vehicles to their respective depots, ensuring all required documentation and checks are complete.
* Deliver training and mentoring to staff, supporting ongoing development and performance improvement.
* Use Oracle (Oracle experience preferred) or similar systems for parts ordering, job tracking, and reporting.
What We’re Looking For
* Strong background in vehicle engineering or workshop management, preferably within the commercial or public transport sector.
* Proven experience overseeing full-cycle repair operations.
* Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
* Strong leadership with the ability to manage and motivate a small team.
* Familiarity with compliance, safety protocols, and quality standards.
* Experience using Oracle (or similar systems) is highly desirable.
* A proactive approach to maintaining and promoting health and safety in the workplace.
* We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of a Bodyshop environment, ideally with experience in Bodyshop operations and workflows are preferred.
What Arriva Offers You
* Starting salary: £58,000 per annum
* Shift enhancements available
* Permanent, full-time employment
* Opportunities for career progression
* 1-2-1 dedicated mentoring
* Access to development training courses and certifications
* Free travel on TFL-operated transport (Bus, Underground, London Overground, DLR, Tramlink) for you and a nominated family member living in the same household
* Access to Arriva Village – Retail discounts worth up to £1,200 per year
* 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
* Arriva Workplace Pension
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries
Truck Transportation
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