Depot Engineering Manager — Lead Safe, Reliable Buses

Stagecoach Group plc; Bedford; On-site; GBP 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport operator in Bedford is seeking a dedicated Engineering Manager to lead a skilled engineering team in ensuring vehicle safety and reliability. The ideal candidate will have experience in the truck or haulage industry and hold a NVQ Level 3 in vehicle maintenance. This role offers a supportive environment, career development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including free travel for you and a companion.

Benefits

Generous company pension scheme

22 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Affordable loans and financial education

Training programs for skill development

Job security as a key worker

Career development opportunities

Employee assistance programme for health and wellbeing

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Experience in managing engineering teams in an automotive or related field.
• Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance standards and regulations.
• Leadership skills to motivate and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineering colleagues.
• Ensure safety and quality of vehicles for customer service.
• Maintain performance of team in line with budgets and workloads.

Skills

Management of engineering teams

Experience in truck/haulage industry

Problem-solving

Performance management

Strong communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 for HGV or PCV Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

A leading transport operator in Bedford is seeking a dedicated Engineering Manager to lead a skilled engineering team in ensuring vehicle safety and reliability. The ideal candidate will have experience in the truck or haulage industry and hold a NVQ Level 3 in vehicle maintenance. This role offers a supportive environment, career development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including free travel for you and a companion.