Engineering Team Leader
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Position Overview & Specifications
At Arriva, our Engineers keep our buses moving and the communities we serve connected, whether that’s getting children to school or commuters to work. As an Engineering Team Leader you’ll play a vital part in a close-knit team of experienced of Electricians, Technicians and Engineers who keep our buses running at their very best. A role with real responsibility and opportunity, not only to realise your full potential, but to help your team do the same.
This is the perfect opportunity for someone who is experienced in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of heavy vehicles and now looking for the next step in their career – but without giving up the tools for good. Because, as a Team Leader at Arriva you’ll spend your time leading your team whilst still getting your hands on the tools, using your experience to mentor and help your team solve the complex problems. All whilst earning a salary of up to £38k a year and working rotating shifts.
Living and breathing engineering prowess, you'll be a role model for your team. Your previous experience in technical or people leadership will enable you to communicate effectively with your team and the wider business, delivering excellent results and performance at every opportunity. It goes without saying health and safety will be at the heart of everything you do, as will your dedication to caring for your team and maintaining the high standards that keep everyone safe and happy at work.
As part of your training, you’ll earn a fully accredited Level 3 Team Leader Apprenticeship, taking 12-months to complete. So, you’ll need to the desire and dedication to achieve this. (You will need to have Level 2 Maths and English, or equivalent, or be prepared to achieve this as part of the programme)
About you:
You’re ambitious, and we understand that. Its why this role is the perfect next step for you. A step that will open more development and progression opportunities to engineer our future at Arriva as we grow, move to greener energy and continue to deliver an outstanding service to our customers. You’ll have a strong Engineering background with proven experience in maintenance, repair and overhaul of heavy vehicle, equipment and/or machinery with a recognised qualification (Level 3 NVQ or equivalent).
With our doors open to all, you’ll have the chance to build a fulfilling career with us, one where you can explore your passions, aspirations and realise your full potential.
Benefits:
- Access to The Village Arriva
- Standard Life Pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
Come on board and be a part of engineering our future
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free or subsidised travel
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Heckmondwike WF16 0LA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ L3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent) (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: R-024840
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Engineering Team Leader roles across Arriva's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £38,000 - £38,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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