Deputy Bus Engineering Manager - Bedford

282 Cambus Limited; Bedford; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

25 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts: retail & leisure

Job summary

Stagecoach Bedford is seeking an experienced Deputy Engineering Manager to lead our depot engineering team. You will own fleet maintenance, drive safety standards, and develop people and facilities to support future fleet evolution, including electric vehicles and depot infrastructure.

You will manage 60 buses, ensure DVSA compliance, oversee plant and building maintenance, and collaborate with the Engineering Director on regional projects, budgets, and health and safety practices, while

Qualifications

• Engineering experience in a relevant sector such as bus, coach, HGV, rail, plant, or automotive.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, in a managerial or ready-for-next-step role.
• Proactive, organised and safety-first mindset.
• Experience managing compliance, budgets, inventory, and health & safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of engineers, technicians, cleaners, and apprentices to ensure fleet is safe, clean, and road-ready.
• Managing the maintenance and presentation of 60 buses.
• Overseeing depot plant and building maintenance, including compliance and health & safety.
• Managing day-to-day operations, resource planning, stock control, and procurement.
• Coaching and developing team members, focusing on continuous improvement and talent planning.
• Working closely with the Engineering Director and gaining exposure to regional/strategic projects.
• Maintaining standards in line with DVSA regulations and Stagecoach’s standards.

Skills

Leadership

Engineering experience

Safety-first mindset

Budgeting

Job description

Salary £53,000 per annum, Monday to Friday working pattern

Looking to lead a skilled engineering team and shape the future of fleet maintenance? We’re looking for an experienced and hands‑on Deputy Engineering Manager to lead our talented team at Stagecoach Bedford. This is an opportunity to lead a skilled team within a modern depot environment, taking ownership of fleet maintenance, engineering operations, and facilities. You’ll play a key role in supporting fleet evolution, including electric vehicles and depot infrastructure, ensuring safety, compliance, and capability are built into day‑to‑day operations. You’ll balance maintaining today’s fleet with developing your people and facilities for the future, ensuring Stagecoach continues to deliver safe, reliable services.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading a team of engineers, technicians, cleaners, and apprentices to ensure our fleet is safe, clean, and road‑ready
• Managing the maintenance and presentation of 60 buses
• Overseeing depot plant and building maintenance, including compliance and health & safety
• Managing day‑to‑day operations, resource planning, stock control, and procurement
• Coaching and developing team members, focussing on continuous improvement and talent planning
• Working closely with the Engineering Director and gaining exposure to regional/strategic projects
• Maintaining standards in line with DVSA regulations and Stagecoach’s standards

What we’re looking for:

• Engineering experience in a relevant sector such as bus, coach, HGV, rail, plant, or automotive
• Strong leadership and team management skills, you may already be in a managerial role, or ready for your next step
• A proactive, organised, and safety‑first mindset
• Experience managing compliance, budgets, inventory, and health & safety practices
• Passion for high standards in both vehicle performance and presentation

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, 25 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. Across our depots, we foster a welcoming environment where everyone is treated with respect and supported to thrive. You’ll have access to employee networks, wellbeing resources, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your family.

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

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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’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.