Arriva, part of the Deutsche Bahn group, is one of the largest transport services organisations in Europe, employing some 47,500 people and delivering more than 1.5 billion passenger journeys across 12 European countries every year. We operate an extensive range of services including buses, trains, health and social transport services, airport related transport services, commuter coaches and water buses. We also engage in bus and coach distribution.
Committed to delivering a better service and challenged with growing the business we are seeking to recruit an Engineering Manager at our Durham depot. Having recently moved to a new location this presents a great opportunity to join the business at an exciting time.
Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the key duties of this position will be to:
•Deliver and exceed high standards of customer service
•Work in partnership with the Depot Manager to deliver key operational objectives
•Manage and motivate a team of technical staff
•Ensure that Company standards are adhered to and improvements identified in all aspects of the engineering facility including vehicle safety maintenance, inspection, plant and equipment, stores, health and safety, work quality, vehicle cleanliness and environmental responsibilities
•Ensure the programming/preparation of vehicles to the Company's high standard for annual MOT test
•Ensure all engineering KPIs/financial budgets are delivered
•Programme and oversee preventative maintenance
•Ensure that all vehicle records are maintained to Department of Transport and Arriva Standards
•Comply and adhere to Group and Company standards with regards to Health and Safety and quality engineering systems.
Working in a business of changing priorities and working to tight deadlines, you need to be able to work in a fast paced environment and possess great communication skills. Experience of effective team management, self-motivation, determination and persistence would make you an ideal candidate for this demanding position. You must have a proven track record of fleet management and preferably be recognised by the Engineering Council and a member of the Institute of Road Transport Engineers.
In return we offer a competitive salary, contributory pension scheme and concessionary travel.
If you are interested, please send a covering letter and CV, to: Carly Watkins, HR Manager, Arriva North East, Admiral Way, Doxford International Business Park, Sunderland, SR3 3XP or email watkinsc@arriva.co.uk.
Closing Date: 29th March 2013
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