In a move to further enhance the reliability and quality of Reading’s bus services, Reading Buses has announced a significant restructure of its engineering supervisory team, alongside several key appointments.
Scott Honey, a dedicated veteran with Reading Buses for 39 years, has been elevated to the role of Workshop Manager. Scott was previously an engineering service controller with the company. In his new position, he will be instrumental in implementing rigorous standards, effective processes, and strategic planning.
Further bolstering the newly restructured team are three fresh positions of Workshop Supervisor, introduced to oversee the maintenance operations that underpin Reading’s bus services. The trio who have been promoted to these pivotal roles are Jordan Hicks, Richie Barlow, and Andy Gordon.
Jordan and Richie, from Tilehurst and Kintbury respectively, will jointly manage the day shift operations seven days a week. Jordan, a master technician, began his career with Reading Buses as an apprentice, while Barlow, an engineer with Thames Valley Buses, joined the Reading Buses team two years ago.
Andy, a long-standing engineer with Reading Buses for 23 years, will take charge of the late shift five days a week.
The restructure is strategic, aiming to clarify roles and responsibilities, fostering effective teamwork, and ultimately enhancing the fleet’s availability and reliability.
Tom Ranson, Reading Buses Chief Engineer, expresses his satisfaction with the restructure and the promotions of Scott and the rest of the team. He says the way to stay at the forefront is “through constant evolution”.
He says he is hopeful that these changes will ensure Reading will continue to experience the very best in bus travel. He also hints at the appointment of a new Engineering Manager, who, together with Scott, will strive to raise the company’s standards even higher.
