Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager – Shape the Future of Transport

Salary – £ Competitive DOE.

39 Hours per week

Ipswich

Suffolk

At First Bus, we’re leading the way in sustainable transport, with one of the UK’s largest fleets of zero‑emission, state‑of‑the‑art buses. Our engineering teams are at the forefront of this journey, and we’re looking for an Engineering Manager to join us.

You’ll oversee workshop operations, keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and ready for service. You’ll lead and develop your team, ensure compliance with safety standards, and use data to drive improvements in cost and performance across multiple depots.

• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free bus travel for you & your family
• Retail discounts at 3,000+ brands
• Discounted train travel
• Health cash plan & 24 / 7 GP access
• Cycle to work scheme
• Option to buy discounted First Group shares

• Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in mechanical / electrical engineering
• Strong leadership skills with multi‑site management experience
• Knowledge of HGV / PSV maintenance, DVSA standards & H&S legislation
• Financial and budget management experience
• IT skills and ability to analyze data for performance improvement

Apply today and help us deliver the future of bus travel. Application is quick and easy!

We’re proud to reflect the diverse communities we serve and welcome applications from all. Background checks will be conducted for successful applicants as part of our recruitment process.