In brief
This senior engineering manager role oversees vehicle maintenance, compliance, and workshop performance across two passenger transport depots in Merseyside. The work involves leading a multi-skilled team, managing departmental budgets, and ensuring all fleet operations meet strict DVSA and operator licence standards.
Best for
Experienced PSV engineering managers or supervisors seeking dual-site responsibility.
Non-negotiable
Transport Manager CPC qualification required.
Worth knowing
This is a dual-site role requiring effective leadership across both Liverpool and Wirral locations.
What you need
Required
PSV management experience
Clearly required in the listing
Transport Manager CPC
Clearly required in the listing
Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance
Clearly required in the listing
DVSA compliance knowledge
Clearly required in the listing
Engineering compliance management
Clearly required in the listing
Team leadership
Clearly required in the listing
Budgeting and cost control
Clearly required in the listing
Preferred
No preferred skills or technologies were clearly stated.
Your day-to-day
Oversee engineering performance
Clearly stated in the job description.
Ensure regulatory compliance
Clearly stated in the job description.
Manage workshop operations
Clearly stated in the job description.
Control departmental budgets
Clearly stated in the job description.
Lead engineering teams
Clearly stated in the job description.
Maintain safety standards
Clearly stated in the job description.
Experience expected
Level
Senior level
Based on what the listing states
Years of experience
Not stated
No clear years requirement found
Evidence from the listing
Experience level
“This is a senior, hands-on management position with full responsibility for engineering compliance, workshop performance, budgets and the leadership of a multi-skilled engineering team.”
What's on offer
Full job description (from employer)⌄
ENGINEERING MANAGER – £55K–£57.5K + PENSION Liverpool / Merseyside £57,500+ per annum DOE Permanent Position Dual-Site Engineering Responsibility Company Pension JOB DESCRIPTION Are you an experienced PSV Engineering Manager or Supervisor ready to take full responsibility for a busy engineering operation? We are recruiting an Engineering Manager for an established passenger transport operator in Merseyside. You will be primarily based at a Liverpool-area depot while also holding engineering responsibility for a second depot on the Wirral. This is a senior, hands-on management position with full responsibility for engineering compliance, workshop performance, budgets and the leadership of a multi-skilled engineering team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Taking full responsibility for engineering performance across two depot operations Ensuring complete DVSA, operator licence and company engineering compliance Managing vehicle maintenance, inspections, servicing and repair standards Managing engineering budgets and controlling departmental expenditure Leading and developing a team of approximately 8 Engineers Managing an additional team of auxiliary and vehicle presentation staff Maximising fleet availability, reliability and workshop productivity Ensuring maintenance records and engineering documentation remain fully compliant Managing staff performance, attendance, training and development Maintaining high standards of Health & Safety across both locations Working with senior management to improve fleet and engineering performance DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE This is an experienced management appointment and applicants should have: Previous supervisory or management experience within a PCV / PSV engineering environment Transport Manager CPC qualification Minimum Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent Strong knowledge of DVSA and operator licence maintenance requirements Experience managing engineering compliance and vehicle maintenance systems Experience leading and developing engineering teams Strong budgeting and cost-control experience Good organisational, leadership and decision-making skills You may currently be working as an Engineering Manager, Fleet Engineer, Workshop Manager, Assistant Engineering Manager or an experienced Engineering Supervisor ready for greater responsibility. TEAM RESPONSIBILITY You will have responsibility for an engineering operation comprising approximately: 8 Engineers 4 Auxiliary Staff 4 Cleaning / Vehicle Presentation Staff The role requires effective leadership across both sites while ensuring the primary depot continues to operate safely, efficiently and compliantly. SALARY AND BENEFITS £55,000 – £57,500 basic salary depending on experience Company pension Permanent senior management position Responsibility for two engineering operations Opportunity to have a direct impact on engineering standards and fleet performance CD AUTO ENGINEERING RECRUITMENT LTD We specialise in HGV, PSV and commercial vehicle recruitment across the UK. If this position is not quite right but you work within commercial vehicle engineering management, please get in touch to discuss other opportunities. APPLICATION PROCESS To be considered for this Engineering Manager position, please contact Calvyn Desir or submit your CV by applying now. All applications will be handled in strict confidence. Further information regarding the employer and exact depot locations will be provided to suitable candidates following an initial discussion. I will endeavour to contact all applicants. However, if you have not heard from me within two weeks, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion
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