Oxford Bus Company: Andy Seeney celebrates 40 years at firm

Now celebrating 40 years of service, Andy’s milestone also highlights a remarkable family connection to the business, with his older brother David having joined the company in 1968 and the pair contributing more than 60 years of combined service.

Mr Seeney, from Eynsham, joined Oxford Bus Company as a teenage apprentice body builder straight from school in September 1985. He is now the company’s body shop and asset improvement manager.

He said: “It was good to follow in the footsteps of David and come and work with him. It meant I knew it was a good company to work for.

“I got to work with David for four years, working with him and learning a lot from him.

“That could be challenging, with him being family, but I enjoyed it.”

During his time with the company, Mr Seeney has witnessed major changes across the industry and within the workplace.

He said: “The vehicles are different to when I started and how they’re put together has changed.

“It’s always good to learn new techniques, but it’s just as important to know the older ways of doing things.”

He also reflected on the growth of the company and the evolving nature of his role.

He said: “There’s a lot more staff these days and it’s a much bigger business. I enjoy the changes as they bring new challenges.

“My day tends to start off in the garage office, seeing if there are any new vehicles off-road, and then working a plan of action from there.

“Facilities is a big part of my job, along with refurbishments and improvements. Each day is a new day in this job, and I like that.

“I like to have a new challenge to come into rather than be doing similar things each day.”

In recognition of his long service, Mr Seeney was honoured at the company’s recent Really Amazing Awards.

He said: “It’s always been a good team effort and never been about just me or someone else.

“People always get together to help each other, and it’s a real team effort every day.”

Luke Marion, managing director of Oxford Bus Company, praised Mr Seeney’s loyalty and dedication.

He said: “Andy has given an exceptional number of years’ service to the company and should be immensely proud of what he has achieved.

“A real team player, Andy has a brilliant can-do approach, always getting stuck in and delivering.”