Bus Engineering Technician - Bedford - NVQ L3

282 Cambus Limited; Bedford; Sur place; GBP 21 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous pension

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Free travel for you and a companion

Résumé du poste

Stagecoach Bedford is seeking a skilled engineer to maintain and repair our fleet, ensuring safety standards and reliable operation for thousands of passengers daily.

You will diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults, perform servicing and major engine work, and mentor apprentices within a collaborative depot team environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in PSV/HGV Maintenance or equivalent qualification in Engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with commercial vehicles, automotive, plant, rail or similar environments.
• Confident using diagnostic equipment and fault-finding tools.
• Basic electrical and electronic diagnostic knowledge.
• Safety-first mindset and excellent attention to detail.
• Positive, team-focused approach.
• Experience on buses or passenger vehicles is desirable but not essential.

Responsabilités

• Maintaining and repairing our fleet to DVSA and Stagecoach safety standards.
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults using modern diagnostic technology.
• Carrying out servicing, inspections, preventative maintenance and roadside repairs.
• Completing major mechanical work, including engine overhauls and component replacements.
• Sharing knowledge with apprentices and supporting the development of future engineers.
• Working as part of a close-knit depot team where safety and teamwork come first.

Connaissances

Hands-on maintenance

Diagnostics tools

Electrical diagnostics

Teamwork

Formation

NVQ Level 3 in PSV/HGV Maintenance

Outils

Diagnostic equipment

Description du poste

Salary

Salary Early & late shifts, 5 over 7 days, Competitive hourly rate, pension, free travel

Keep Britain Moving. Build Your Career with Stagecoach.

Love getting hands-on with engines, diagnostics and problem-solving? Join our engineering team at Stagecoach Bedford and play a vital role in keeping thousands of passengers moving every day.

Whether your experience comes from HGV, automotive, plant, rail or commercial vehicles, you'll work on a modern fleet of buses and coaches, including the latest hybrid and electric vehicles, with industry-leading training to keep your skills ahead of the curve.

What You’ll Be Doing

Every day brings a new challenge. You'll be:

• Maintaining and repairing our fleet to DVSA and Stagecoach safety standards
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults using modern diagnostic technology
• Carrying out servicing, inspections, preventative maintenance and roadside repairs
• Completing major mechanical work, including engine overhauls and component replacements
• Sharing your knowledge with apprentices and supporting the development of future engineers
• Working as part of a close-knit depot team where safety and teamwork come first

What You’ll Bring

We're looking for people who take pride in doing the job right.

• NVQ Level 3 in PSV/HGV Maintenance or equivalent qualification in Engineering
• Strong hands-on experience within commercial vehicles, automotive, plant, rail or similar environments
• Confident using diagnostic equipment and fault-finding tools
• Basic electrical and electronic diagnostic knowledge
• A safety-first mindset and excellent attention to detail
• A positive, team-focused approach
• Experience working on buses or passenger vehicles is desirable, but not essential

Why Stagecoach?

This is more than a technician role. It's a chance to build a long-term career with one of the UK's largest public transport operators.

• Work on a diverse fleet, including the latest electric and hybrid vehicles
• Ongoing manufacturer and technical training to keep your skills current
• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities available
• Generous pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and free travel for you and a companion
• Discounts on shopping, leisure and everyday essentials
• Clear career progression into specialist, supervisory and management roles
• A supportive, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive

Be Part of Something Bigger

At Stagecoach Bedford, you're not just fixing vehicles. You're helping connect people with work, education, family and friends. Every repair, inspection and safety check makes a difference to the communities we serve.

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’s #1 bus company.

Founded in 1980, Stagecoach has established itself as the UK's 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.