Fleet Engineer

at  Metroline

Department: Engineering, Manchester
Location: South Manchester
Closing Date: September 27, 2024
About us
Metroline Manchester is a recently formed subsidiary of ComfortDelGro, in March 2024 we were awarded contracts to operate four franchises and join the Bee Network in Greater Manchester by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). Metroline was formed in 1989, fourth largest bus operator in London running about 17 percent of the city’s scheduled bus services and has been a part of the largest private land transport company Comfort Del Gro since 2000. Here at Metroline we are 6,000 colleagues strong across the UK and help carry over one million of our customers every day, whilst Comfort Del Gro operates in 12 countries with a global fleet of over 40,000 vehicles and more than 22,000 colleagues.
Job Summary
As a Fleet Engineer with Metroline Manchester you’ll be on site to manage the Engineering function in the depot and report directly to the Engineering Director. You and the Engineering dream team will ensure our vehicles are exceptionally well maintained to the standards set by Metroline Manchester, TfGM & DVSA to achieve maximum vehicle efficiency. You will manage a team of staff including Workshop Supervisors skilled and semi-skilled technicians, coachmakers, electricians, cleaners/shunters, clerks, stores personnel and contractors.

• Implement and monitor preventive maintenance schedules to reduce vehicle downtime and extend vehicle lifespan.
• Ensure all maintenance work is documented accurately and in compliance with legal and company requirements.
• Manage and control the engineering budget, ensuring that all operations are conducted within the financial parameters set by the company.
• Foster a positive and productive working environment, promoting teamwork, development, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure that staffing levels are adequate to meet operational demands and arrange for additional resources when required.
• Coordinate with suppliers and contractors for the procurement, maintenance, and repair of plant and equipment.
• Prepare and present regular reports on vehicle availability, maintenance performance, budget adherence, and H, S&E metrics.

Benefits

• Free Bus Pass for you and a spouse
• Free on-site parking
• Company pension
• Free uniform
• Company sick pay

Essential Criteria

• Experience within the industry in a similar role is essential.
• Must have a great understanding of the standards required by DVSA, TfGM and the Department of Transport.
• Excellent knowledge of mechanical engineering and vehicle maintenance procedures for all types of vehicles operated by the garage is essential.
• Bus bodywork repair/maintenance experience essential
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate and engage a team.
• Flexibility to adjust to ever changing industry demands and resilience to working under pressure.
• Transport Manager CPC or willing to work towards

Hours of Work
Basic 38 hours per week.
Flexibility required for hours/days worked (including weekends) in line with operational requirements.