Bus/PSV Shift Mechanic

Stagecoach; Ardrossan; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime opportunities

Generous pension scheme

33 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts including retail & leisure

Job summary

Stagecoach Ardrossan Depot, Harbour Road, Ardrossan KA22 8BZ, is seeking a hands-on Bus/PSV Mechanic to maintain and repair our fleet to DVSA and Stagecoach safety standards. The role spans mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic diagnostics for a modern, varied fleet including hybrid and electric vehicles.

You will join a supportive depot team, receive full training, and benefit from a competitive rate of £19.80 per hour, a dayshift/backshift 5 over 7 pattern, overtime opportunities, and a

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in HGV or PSV Maintenance (or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience working on commercial or specialist vehicles.
• A safety-first attitude and strong attention to detail.
• A team player with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and repairing our fleet of buses to DVSA and Stagecoach safety standards.
• Diagnosing and fixing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults.
• Carrying out routine inspections, servicing, and occasional roadside repairs.
• Supporting apprentices by sharing your knowledge and experience.
• Working safely and efficiently as part of a collaborative depot team.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Safety-first attitude

Team player

Good communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in HGV or PSV Maintenance

Job description

Salary£19.80 per hourBus/PSV Shift MechanicBased at our Ardrossan depot, located at Harbour Road, ArdrossanPay rate of £19.80 per hourShift pattern - dayshift/backshift rota 5 over 7Looking for a hands-on mechanical role where your skills keep the community moving?We’re looking for a proactive and skilled Bus/PSV Mechanic to join our friendly team at Stagecoach South Scotland. Whether you’re from a truck, HGV, automotive, plant, or rail background, This is your opportunity to work on a modern and varied fleet, including hybrid and electric vehicles, supported by ongoing training as technology and vehicle systems continue to evolve.What you’ll be doing:Maintaining and repairing our fleet of buses to DVSA and Stagecoach safety standardsDiagnosing and fixing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faultsCarrying out routine inspections, servicing, and occasional roadside repairsSupporting apprentices by sharing your knowledge and experienceWorking safely and efficiently as part of a collaborative depot teamWhat we’re looking for:NVQ Level 3 in HGV or PSV Maintenance (or equivalent)Hands-on experience working on commercial or specialist vehiclesA safety-first attitude and strong attention to detailA team player with good communication skillsPrevious experience working on buses or large passenger vehicles (desirable)Why join Stagecoach?Full training provided, including health & safety, equipment use and cleaning standardsCompetitive hourly rates and opportunities for overtimeBenefits including generous pension scheme, 33 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts including retail & leisureCareer progression, many of our colleagues have grown into engineering, driving, and management rolesA supportive, inclusive working environment where your wellbeing mattersOur working environmentStagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer where everyone is respected and supported. At Ardrossan Depot, you’ll be part of a welcoming engineering team who take pride in keeping our vehicles road-ready and our customers on the move.Ready to take the next step in your mechanical career?Click apply now, we can’t wait to welcome you on board.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 Ardrossan Depot Harbour Road Ardrossan KA22 8BZ