Arriva London is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead its South London operations, focusing on operational excellence, engineering strategy, and the rollout of Zero Emission Vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fleet management, budget oversight, and regulatory compliance, along with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation
Job Summary
Lead engineering performance to improve KPIs and deliver strong P&L outcomes.
Lead the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) rollout, including lifecycle cost modelling and performance tracking.
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Arriva London is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead its South London operations, focusing on operational excellence, engineering strategy, and the rollout of Zero Emission Vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fleet management, budget oversight, and regulatory compliance, along with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.
Salary
£90,000+; Not specified; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Engineering performance and KPIs
Zero Emission Vehicle rollout
Engineering budgets and cost performance
Fleet strategy and lifecycle costing
DVSA and TfL regulatory frameworks
Nice-to-have
Data-driven performance improvements
Continuous improvement mindset
Collaborative stakeholder management
Leading high-impact change
Key Requirements
IOSH qualified
Transport Manager CPC (or working towards)
Experience with P&L management
Experience with engineering KPIs
Experience with DVSA, TfL standards
Experience with health & safety
Experience with ISO/BSI standards
Experience within Transport for London framework
Experience in vehicle maintenance
Experience managing budgets and performance targets
Experience working with Trade Union representatives