Fleet Workshop Lead: Safety, Quality & Team Growth

121 Bluebird Buses Limited; Inverness; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Stagecoach Inverness Depot is seeking a Workshop Manager to lead a skilled team of engineers, technicians and cleaners. You will oversee maintenance and servicing, ensuring all vehicles are clean, safe and road-ready, while promoting a constructive, inclusive working environment.

You will work with the Engineering Manager to plan, prioritise, and drive continuous improvement, maintaining high standards of quality and compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in mechanical or automotive.
• Experience managing a workshop or technical team.
• Strong understanding of PCV operations.
• Strong health and safety knowledge.
• People-centred leadership with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate your team to deliver safe, reliable and well-presented vehicles
• Scheduling and prioritising vehicle maintenance and servicing activities
• Supporting team development, identifying training needs and fostering continuous improvement
• Quality checking vehicles after maintenance to ensure high standards are met
• Upholding health, safety and environmental standards in line with legislation and Stagecoach policy

Skills

Engineering experience

Leadership

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Bodywork knowledge

PCV operations

Health & safety

Planning and analysis

Education

NVQ Level 3 (mechanical/auto)

Job description

Stagecoach Inverness Depot is seeking a Workshop Manager to lead a skilled team of engineers, technicians and cleaners. You will oversee maintenance and servicing, ensuring all vehicles are clean, safe and road-ready, while promoting a constructive, inclusive working environment.

You will work with the Engineering Manager to plan, prioritise, and drive continuous improvement, maintaining high standards of quality and compliance with health and safety regulations.