Head Of Engineering

Arriva Group

Croydon, United Kingdom
£90,000 + ; not specified; not specified py
Engineering strategy and operational excellence
Zero emission vehicle rollout leadership
Data-driven performance improvements
This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll influence business performance at scale, champion innovation (including Zero Emission Vehicle rollout), and develop high-performing teams to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective engineering solutions

Job Summary

  • This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll influence business performance at scale, champion innovation (including Zero Emission Vehicle rollout), and develop high-performing teams to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective engineering solutions.
  • As Head of Engineering, you will take ownership of engineering performance across the operation, ensuring delivery against key KPIs, financial targets, and long-term fleet strategy.
  • At Arriva London, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of transport innovation.

Matching Summary

This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll influence business performance at scale, champion innovation (including Zero Emission Vehicle rollout), and develop high-performing teams to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective engineering solutions.

Salary

£90,000+; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Engineering strategy and operational excellence
  • Zero Emission Vehicle rollout leadership
  • Data-driven performance improvements
  • Fleet lifecycle cost modelling
  • Engineering standards and compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Collaborative stakeholder management
  • Motivating and developing teams

Key Requirements

  • IOSH qualified
  • Transport Manager CPC
  • P&L management and budgeting
  • Fleet strategy and lifecycle costing
  • DVSA and TfL regulatory frameworks
  • Health & safety and ISO/BSI standards

Work Rights

Not specified

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