Engineer/Mechanic

Stagecoach Group plc; Plymouth; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a skilled engineering team at a leading transport company, maintaining a diverse fleet of vehicles. This role involves routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs to ensure safety and reliability. You'll work in a collaborative environment, tackling challenges with a proactive mindset while adhering to the highest standards. Opportunities for overtime and a supportive workplace culture await you. If you are a qualified mechanic or technician ready to make a difference, this position offers a chance to contribute to essential transport services in the Plymouth area.

Qualifications

• Qualified mechanic or technician with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent required.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a variety of vehicles.
• Maintain accurate records of all work completed and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Time management

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Maintenance equipment

Job description

Salary

£18.49 per hour (days) / £21.97 per hour (shift)

Are you looking to join a skilled and professional engineering team, maintaining and repairing a modern, diverse fleet? We’re looking for a qualified mechanic or technician with an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) to join us as an Engineer at our Plymouth depot.

Our Plymouth depot operates a diverse fleet of 100 vehicles, including single-deck and double-deck buses as well as coaches, providing vital transport across the Devon network.

What does the role involve?

As an Engineer at our Plymouth depot, you'll play a key role in keeping our fleet running safely and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include carrying out routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a variety of vehicles to ensure they meet safety and reliability standards. You'll work as part of a skilled team, following scheduled maintenance plans, responding to defects, and ensuring all work is completed to the highest standard.

This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, as well as the ability to work efficiently under pressure. Whether it's performing inspections, diagnosing faults, or carrying out major component changes, you'll help ensure our passengers get a smooth and reliable journey every day.

You'll also maintain accurate records of all work completed, ensuring compliance with company and legal safety standards. Working closely with colleagues and supervisors, you'll contribute to a positive and professional workshop environment.

This role is based on a 39-hour working week, with opportunities for overtime. Both day and shift work options are available.

A valid driving licence is required, and a PCV licence is desirable.

The successful candidate will be subject to a probationary period.

If you’re interested in this position, please send a full CV and covering letter via Workday posting or via email to Chris Parker: [e-mail]

Closing date: 14th February 2025

Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age.

Location:

Stagecoach Plymouth Depot The Ride, Chelson Meadow Plymouth PL9 7JT