At Go-Ahead London, we don’t just operate buses — we keep a city running.
As the capital’s largest bus operator, with over 2,500 vehicles across 18 locations, we play a vital role in millions of journeys every day. We are now expanding our in-house engineering team and introducing an exciting new opportunity: Engineering Manager
This is your chance to step into a high-impact, frontline role where no two days are the same. You’ll be the one who gets London moving again — safely, quickly, and efficiently.
Role: Engineering Manager Location: London Contract: Full time - Permanent Working Hours: 38 hours per week (overtime & weekend work may be required). Salary: Competitive Application: Please apply by the 28th of October 2026 at 17:00 What You’ll Be Doing
As an Engineering Manager, you will oversee all engineering operations within the garage, ensuring that our buses meet TfL’s operational requirements with maximum reliability and performance. Your role will be a mix of planned maintenance and dynamic problem-solving, requiring you to make critical decisions across a broad range of areas, including:
- Technical & Engineering Solutions – Diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical and electrical issues.
- Team Leadership & Staff Development – Managing, motivating, and leading a skilled team of engineers and technicians.
- Health, Safety & Compliance – Ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations and engineering standards.
- Stock & Budget Control – Managing resources effectively to optimize performance and cost efficiency.
- Innovation & Emerging Technologies – Staying ahead of industry advancements, including emission control systems, diesel-electric hybrids, and electric vehicles.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven leadership experience in an engineering management role.
- Strong technical expertise in bus engineering and maintenance, with a keen interest in emerging vehicle technologies.
- A solid understanding of health & safety protocols, with a willingness to obtain the NEBOSH General Certificate if not already held.
- Membership with IRTE (or an equivalent professional qualification).
- A Transport Manager CPC (or ability to obtain one).
- The ability to lead, inspire, and drive performance in a fast-paced operational environment.
Why Join Us?
- Be at the forefront of transport innovation, working with the latest technology.
- Lead a skilled team in a challenging and rewarding environment.
- Drive real change, improving efficiency and sustainability in London’s bus network.
- Competitive salary and career progression opportunities within Go-Ahead London.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
Go-Ahead London is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from women and from people of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented groups.
We are an equal opportunities employer and select candidates based on merit and ability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Skills Required
- Proven leadership experience in an engineering management role
- Strong technical expertise in bus engineering and maintenance
- Interest in emerging vehicle technologies
- Understanding of health and safety protocols
- NEBOSH General Certificate, or willingness to obtain it
- Membership with IRTE or an equivalent professional qualification
- Transport Manager CPC, or ability to obtain one
- Ability to lead, inspire, and drive performance in a fast-paced operational environment
What We Do
Go-Ahead London is London’s largest bus company, operating more than 2,300 buses from 17 garages and providing 26% of the capital’s bus services. It manages routes on behalf of Transport for London, while maintaining its own vehicles and garages. The company also operates a modern electric fleet, works to decarbonise its vehicles and premises, and provides specialist rail-replacement bus services across London.
