Master Tech Vehicle Technician

Stagecoach Group plc; Perth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public transport company in Perth is seeking an experienced Master Technician to join their Engineering Department. You will support a modern fleet and play a vital role in community transportation. Key responsibilities include vehicle repairs and mentorship opportunities. Benefits include a guaranteed 45 hours/week, competitive pay, and extensive training for career progression.

Benefits

34 days annual leave

Free travel for you and a companion

Ongoing training and career progression

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Solid engineering background in bus, HGV/LGV, automotive, rail, plant, or farm machinery.
• Desire to deliver top-quality maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

• Handle repairs on a variety of vehicles including Alexander Dennis, Scania, Volvo and Optare.
• Thrive in a dynamic environment with varied challenges.

Skills

Engineering background in any vehicle type

Collaborative mindset

Pride in craftsmanship

Education

City & Guilds in PCV or HGV

BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (HGV or PSV)

Job description

Overview

Salary Up to £24.89ph

Master Technician – Perth Depot (Stagecoach East)
Join a team that keeps your community moving.

We’re offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Master Technician to join our Engineering Department at our Perth Depot. As part of a dedicated team of 12, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our modern and diverse fleet running smoothly—helping thousands get to work, appointments, shopping, leisure and loved ones, every single day.

What’s in it for you?

• Guaranteed 45 hours/week, Monday to Friday

• Up to £24.89 per hour

• 34 days annual leave

• Free travel for you and a companion across Stagecoach services

• Pass on your expertise—mentor our apprentices and shape the next generation of engineers

The Role

You’ll handle repairs on a variety of vehicles including Alexander Dennis, Scania, Volvo and Optare. You’ll thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. With increasing investment in electric vehicles and green technology, there’s always something new to learn and work on.

Why Stagecoach East?

• Outstanding benefits:
  A strong company pension, financial education, low-interest loans, retail and holiday discounts, and more

• Free travel:
  Take the bus on your days off with a friend—shopping, beach trips, or city breaks made easy

• Variety of work:
  Depot-based and on-the-road repairs mean your scenery and challenges change regularly

• Ongoing training:
  Boost your skills and even gain new qualifications in other trades

• Career progression:
  Many of our Engineering Directors started on the tools—so can you

• National mobility:
  With depots all over the UK, you’ll have transfer opportunities if you relocate

• Health & wellbeing support:
  24/7 confidential counselling and support for you and your family

• Inclusive workplace:
  Join a friendly, supportive environment with networks for women, veterans, multicultural colleagues, carers, and LGBTQ+ team members

What we’re looking for

• Solid engineering background in any of the following: bus, HGV/LGV, automotive, rail, plant, or farm machinery

• Ideally qualified to one of the following:

  • City & Guilds in PCV or HGV

  • BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (HGV or PSV)

• A genuine desire to deliver top-quality maintenance and repair

• A collaborative mindset and pride in your craft

Ready to apply?

It’s easy. Just send us your CV. If you're shortlisted, we’ll invite you in for a chat and a tour of the depot—no fuss.

Join Stagecoach and be part of something that matters. Be part of the team that keeps your community connected, every day.

Location:
Stagecoach Perth Depot
Ruthvenfield Rd, Inveralmond Industrial Estate
Perth PH1 3EE

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.