Bus/PSV Shift Mechanic

120 Stagecoach (Scotland) Limited; Ardrossan; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

33 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Retail & leisure discounts

Job summary

Stagecoach South Scotland is seeking a proactive Bus/PSV Mechanic at the Ardrossan depot. Join a modern, varied fleet including hybrid and electric vehicles, with ongoing training as technology evolves.

You’ll maintain, repair and inspect buses, diagnose faults, and mentor apprentices in a collaborative depot team. We welcome applicants with hands-on experience in commercial vehicles and a safety-first attitude.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in HGV or PSV Maintenance (or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience with commercial or specialist vehicles.
• Safety-first approach with attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and repairing our fleet of buses to safety standards.
• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults.
• Carrying out routine inspections and servicing.
• Occasional roadside repairs and support for apprentices.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical

Experience on buses/PSV

Team player

Safety-focused

Education

NVQ Level 3 in HGV or PSV Maintenance

Job description

Salary £19.80 per hour Bus/PSV Shift Mechanic Based at our Ardrossan depot, located at Harbour Road, Ardrossan Pay rate of £19.80 per hour Shift pattern - dayshift/backshift rota 5 over 7

Looking 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 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

What we’re looking for

• 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
• Previous experience working on buses or large passenger vehicles (desirable)

Why join Stagecoach?

• Full training provided, including health & safety, equipment use and cleaning standards
• Competitive hourly rates and opportunities for overtime
• Benefits including generous pension scheme, 33 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts including retail & leisure
• Career progression, many of our colleagues have grown into engineering, driving, and management roles
• A supportive, inclusive working environment where your wellbeing matters

Our working environment Stagecoach 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.

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