Engineering Manager reference: JR10654

Salary 62000 Stagecoach East are inviting applications for an Engineering Manager to lead a team in one of our Depots based in Bedfordshire or Cambridgeshire. You will be responsible for a team of engineering colleagues including skilled vehicle technicians, coach builders, electricians and our presentation team members who do an amazing job of getting the depot fleet of vehicles safely out on the road for our local communities every single day. Our customers rely on our services to get them to work, to the high street, to hospitals, to days away and nights out – and our engineering teams make sure our vehicles travelling on average 9 million miles across the East are in tip top condition to do just that. Our Engineering Manager is the pin that holds it all together and you’ll be responsible for ensuring your team is prepared, trained and motivated to deliver vehicles which are safe, reliable and presented to the high standards that our customers and drivers expect. You don’t have to come from a bus background (we wouldn’t be put off if you did though!), but you will need to have worked in a related field – such as the truck / haulage industries in an engineering setting with a minimum of NVQ Level 3 for HGV or PCV Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent. You will have experience in managing and maintaining performance of people, budgets and workloads, ensuring the quality of output and the legal and regulatory requirements are met and maintained at all times. We are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic, proactive, can tackle challenges head on and get results in this fast-paced environment. It goes without saying we’ll give you support, training and development wherever you need to be a brilliant Engineering Manager. Great benefits including a generous company pension scheme, 22 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, free financial education and affordable loans, and finally a range of money-saving opportunities including discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover and hotels and attractions Free travel for you and a companion on our buses – so on your days off you can be off shopping without worrying about parking the car, or heading off for a day in the city or by the seaside without worrying about the cost of fuel or parking Training – a dedicated high level training programme to reinforce your existing skills and give an opportunity to gain a qualification Varied work As one of the UK leading transport operators we’re investing heavily in vehicles and depot infrastructure, so there plenty to keep you interested. Plenty of job security from being a key worker at the heart of our communities, where we always need great people to support teams servicing our fleet of vehicles, be they Alexander Dennis, Scania,Volvo or Optare A safe environment – we provide boots, overalls and specialist equipment so no need to worry about being safe and protected, or having the right kit for the job UK-wide opportunities whereby if you’re moving out of choice or circumstance, as we run bus companies across the UK, you can transfer to a new location Career development through developing your technical and management skills on teams supporting the future hybrid and electric vehicles, and career progression to Directorship. An employee assistance programme to support health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day which provides specialist guidance and assistance on a range of personal and work-related issues, from dealing with stress and anxiety to managing financial, marital or legal issues. Face-to-face counselling sessions are also offered, alongside telephone and online support. A great working environment with loads of opportunity to make new friends from a bunch of great workmates, managers who work hard to create great places to work, and employee networks building inclusive environments for women, veterans, carers, multicultural and LGBTQ+ colleagues] Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. So if you would like the opportunity to work alongside and be supported by our Chief Engineer as well as a group of fellow experienced Engineering and Operational Managers and be part of a fantastic Stagecoach family apply now. Sound good so far? Of course there are a couple of things we need in our prospective Engineering Managers… You don’t have to come from a bus background (but we wouldn’t be put off if you did either!), but you will need to have worked in a related field – such as the truck / light commercial / rail industries in an engineering setting and have a passion for working with an exceptional team of engineers. You’ll generally be working Monday to Friday with weekends as needed and supporting our team across all shifts along with your Deputy Engineering Manager will be required. If you like what we’re offering, then apply by visiting our careers site at www.stagecoachbus.com/careers and search for our vacancies in Stagecoach East. For an informal chat with our Chief Engineer please contact tracey-anne.hancox@stagecoachbus.com. Closing Date Friday 6th June 2025. 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 Bedford Depot St John's Street Bedford MK42 0DJ 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.