Engineering Manager

s1jobs; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Overtime opportunities

Pension scheme

33 days holiday

Free travel for you and companion

Discounts

Job summary

Stagecoach is seeking an experienced and hands-on Engineering Manager to lead our Kilmarnock depot fleet maintenance team. You will own engineering operations, ensure safety, compliance, and capability in day-to-day activities while shaping the depot's future with EVs and infrastructure.

Based at Kilmarnock Depot, you will manage 84 service buses and 5 training vehicles, oversee plant & building maintenance, and coach staff towards continuous improvement and talent development.

Qualifications

• Engineering experience in bus/coach/rail or related sectors.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proactive, organised and safety‑first mindset.
• Experience managing compliance, budgets, inventory and health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers, technicians, cleaners and apprentices to keep fleet safe and road ready.
• Manage maintenance and presentation of 84 service buses and 5 training vehicles.
• Oversee depot plant and building maintenance, including compliance and health & safety.
• Manage day‑to‑day operations, resource planning, stock control and procurement.
• Coach team members and foster continuous improvement and talent planning.
• Collaborate with Engineering Director on regional projects and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Engineering

Safety-first

Budget management

Inventory control

Team management

Job description

• Based at our Kilmarnock Depot – located at MacKinlay Place, Kilmarnock
• Annual salary - £62,000
• Company Car
• Shift pattern of Dayshift, 38 hours per week

Salary

£62,000 per annum + Company Car

Engineering Manager

• Based at our Kilmarnock Depot – located at MacKinlay Place, Kilmarnock
• Annual salary - £62,000
• Company Car
• Shift pattern of Dayshift, 38 hours per week

Looking to lead a skilled engineering team and shape the future of fleet maintenance?

We’re looking for an experienced and hands‑on Engineering Manager to lead our talented team at Stagecoach Kilmarnock. 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 84 service buses and 5 training vehicles
• 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, with a focus 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, 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. 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.

Ready to lead the way?

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 Kilmarnock Mackinlay Place Kilmarnock KA1 3DN