We’re looking for a commercially minded and people-focused Head of Engineering to lead our North East region, driving operational excellence, safety performance, and team engagement across a diverse engineering network.
Location: North East Region (multi-site)
This is a pivotal leadership role, overseeing multiple depots and a large workforce of engineers and technicians. You’ll play a key part in ensuring our fleet runs safely, reliably, and efficiently, supporting our commitment to providing excellent service to our customers and local communities every day.
What You’ll Do
* Provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple engineering sites within the North East region.
* Ensure delivery of robust engineering standards, including vehicle safety, reliability, and compliance.
* Drive performance improvements in productivity, cost efficiency, and asset utilisation.
* Develop and empower Depot Engineering Managers to build engaged, high-performing teams.
* Lead on fleet modernisation, sustainability initiatives, and new technology integration.
* Manage budgets, maintenance planning, and performance reporting in line with company KPIs.
* Champion a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and safety-first operations.
* Partner with Operations and Commercial teams to ensure engineering supports wider business goals.
What We’re Looking For
* A proven engineering leader with multi-site or regional management experience.
* Strong technical knowledge of fleet maintenance (bus, coach, rail, HGV, or related sector).
* Excellent people leadership and coaching skills – able to engage, motivate, and develop teams.
* Commercially astute, with a track record of improving performance, cost control, and efficiency.
* Passionate about safety, quality, and customer service.
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills at all levels.
* Relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND or equivalent) desirable; management training advantageous.
Why join us
* Opportunity to shape and modernise engineering operations across a key region.
* Collaborative culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
* Competitive salary, car allowance, and performance bonus.
* Excellent benefits package and ongoing professional development.
If you’re ready to lead from the front, inspire your teams, and make a lasting impact across the North East engineering network — we’d love to hear from you.
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