Engineering Manager: EV Fleet Transformation Leader

Stagecoach Group Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with overtime

Generous pension scheme

25 days holiday + free travel for you

Discounts on retail & leisure

Clear progression routes

Job summary

Stagecoach Ecclesfield Depot in Sheffield seeks an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a transforming depot ahead of an EV fleet rollout. You will manage a diverse engineering team and oversee 55 buses plus training vehicles, driving reliability and efficiency.

Join a forward-looking operation where DVSA standards, health & safety, and continuous improvement are central to delivering top-tier performance and a flagship facility for Stagecoach.

Qualifications

• Engineering leadership experience in bus/coach/HGV/rail/plant/automotive sectors.
• Strong people leadership with readiness for depot leadership.
• Proactive, organised and safety-first mindset.
• Experience with compliance, budgets, audits and health & safety.
• Commitment to reliability and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Leading a skilled team of engineers, technicians, cleaners and apprentices to keep fleet safe, reliable and customer-ready.
• Managing maintenance and presentation of 55 service buses and 2 training vehicles, including EV transition.
• Overseeing depot plant, workshop equipment and building maintenance with statutory compliance and health & safety focus.
• Managing daily operations including resource planning, stock control, procurement and supplier relationships.
• Coaching and developing team members to grow technical capability and careers.
• Using data and performance insights to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborating with the Engineering Director on regional projects, fleet strategy and long-term planning.
• Maintaining engineering quality in line with DVSA regulations and Stagecoach standards.

Skills

Engineering leadership

People management

Safety-first mindset

Job description

Stagecoach Ecclesfield Depot in Sheffield seeks an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a transforming depot ahead of an EV fleet rollout. You will manage a diverse engineering team and oversee 55 buses plus training vehicles, driving reliability and efficiency.

Join a forward-looking operation where DVSA standards, health & safety, and continuous improvement are central to delivering top-tier performance and a flagship facility for Stagecoach.