Go-Ahead London is the capital’s largest bus operator, and we employ the overwhelming number of our 8,000 people at 17 garages, mostly in South East, South West, North East and East London.  An award-winning company with a well-regarded industry reputation, we have opened three new garages in the last five years and run a quarter of London’s iconic red bus network on behalf of Transport for London (TfL) using 2,450 vehicles.

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent   

Salary: £53,802 annually / £1034.66 per week (GS20)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Service Excellence – Delivering reliable and effective vehicle maintenance to ensure we provide a dependable service that customers can trust, helping to create a London where every journey is taken care of.
• Technical & Engineering Solutions – Diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Health, Safety & Compliance – Ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations and engineering standards.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a ‘can do’ individual who is open and approachable, is happy and comfortable working with a team but is able to be forward looking and both flexible and adaptable to the changing business demands.

• Qualifications – Ideally qualified to City & Guilds Level 3, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent.
• Experience – Working on HGV or PCV vehicles is essential.
• Licence – Applicants are required to hold a PCV licence. If you do not currently hold a PCV licence, training will be provided.
• Availability – Ability to work shifts, including early mornings, late shifts, and weekends.

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of transport innovation, working with the latest technology.
• Drive real change, improving efficiency and sustainability in London’s bus network.
• Career progression opportunities within Go-Ahead London.
• We offer a range of benefits including a pension scheme, 20 days holiday, and a travel pass for London Buses and the Tube Network.

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.

If you feel you have the qualities needed and would like to apply, please visit Go Ahead London | Senior Vehicle Engineer - Bexleyheath in Bexleyheath | Careers at Bexleyheath Bus Garage by the 3rd of June 2026 at 17:00.

Go-Ahead London values diversity and promotes equality and we encourage and welcome applications from all sections of the community

Should candidates wish to have more information prior to applying, they are encouraged to contact Chris Peters (Engineering Manager) either through his email christopher.peters@goaheadlondon.com or via phone 07813-723-145 (calls only).