Engineering Director, Stagecoach Group

Salary Competitive Salary Engineering Director – South West Based in Exeter, with travel across Devon, Cornwall and Guernsey Permanent, full-time role with 25 days holiday, bonus, car allowance or car & more Looking to lead an impactful engineering operation where safety, people and performance come first? We’re looking for an experienced and people-focused Engineering Director to lead our South West region, covering five maintenance depots and a fleet of over 450 vehicles across Devon, Cornwall and Guernsey. In this key senior leadership role, you’ll be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all engineering activity, ensuring our fleet is reliable, our depots are compliant and well-managed, and our people are supported to do their best work every day. You’ll report to the Managing Director and act as one of the nominated Transport Manager's on the Operator Licence. If you're ready to lead a high-performing team, deliver positive change, and keep our communities moving, we’d love to hear from you. What you’ll be doing Leading multi-site engineering teams to deliver safe, reliable and well-presented vehicles Overseeing depot facilities, premises and engineering equipment across the region Promoting a safety-first culture and ensuring compliance with all regulations and company standards Developing team capability through coaching, mentoring and technical training Building strong, constructive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including local authorities and trade unions Championing continuous improvement and innovation within engineering Managing performance to meet agreed budgets, KPIs and service expectations Working collaboratively with colleagues to improve customer satisfaction and align with Stagecoach Customer Value Proposition (CVP) What we’re looking for A recognised qualification in engineering Ideally qualified as a transport manager, but not essential Proven experience leading engineering operations across multiple sites A collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with strong communication skills Knowledge of health & safety, environmental and transport legislation Experience delivering to KPIs, managing budgets, and working in a unionised environment Confident managing both strategic planning and day-to-day operational delivery Willingness to travel across the South West and live locally (relocation support available) Why join Stagecoach? Competitive salary, company car/allowance, bonus, and relocation support where applicable 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Private medical insurance Free travel for you and your family on most Stagecoach services Generous pension scheme Discounts at hundreds of retailers and leisure providers Access to wellbeing resources, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme A values-led organisation where inclusion, teamwork and growth are encouraged Our working environment Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer. We’re committed to creating a respectful, welcoming and supportive environment for all colleagues. We value diverse perspectives and believe in building teams where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Ready to make your mark and lead the future of engineering in the South West? Click apply to start your Stagecoach journey today. Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age. Location: Stagecoach South West Head Office Matford Park Road Exeter EX2 8FD Welcome to Stagecoach, the UK #1 bus company. If you’re ready to join our team, simply fill out an application via a PC or mobile device, and a member of our Recruitment team will be in touch to inform you of next steps. Every day we help millions of passengers get to the people and places that matter to them, connecting the communities we are proud to serve. Founded in 1980, Stagecoach has established itself as the UK largest transport operator, with services connecting more than 100 major towns and cities in England, Scotland, and Wales. We work with our partners to deliver a greener, smarter, safer, healthier, and fairer country. Providing extensive expertise in commercial and contracted markets, we assist national and regional government to deliver on ambitious plans for their citizens, communities, and local economy. Our team of 26,000 employees are proud to serve our customers and be an integral part of their local communities.