Master Technician - Gloucester Depot

Stagecoach Group; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 41,851 - 51,152; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

22 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts on retail & leisure

Job summary

A leading transport operator in the UK is seeking a skilled Master Technician for its Gloucester Depot. This role involves complex diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs of PCV vehicles. The ideal candidate should have Level 3 BTEC/NVQ in HGV/PCV maintenance and a strong background in engineering, particularly with buses or similar vehicles. Benefits include a competitive salary, generous pension scheme, and potential career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in engineering, preferably with bus, HGV, or automotive focus.
• Ability to repair complex mechanical and electrical faults.
• Proactive and detail-oriented with a safety-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on PCV vehicles.
• Use diagnostic equipment to find and fix issues.
• Support and mentor engineering apprentices.

Skills

Complex diagnostics

Mechanical and electrical fault diagnosis

Mentoring engineering apprentices

Safety-first mindset

Education

Minimum Level 3 BTEC/NVQ in HGV/PCV maintenance

Job description

Master Technician - Gloucester Depot page is loaded## Master Technician - Gloucester Depotlocations: Gloucestertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR12212**Salary**£46502 per year· Based at our Gloucester Depot – located at 45 London Road, Gloucester, GL1 3HF· Annual salary - £46502.04· Shift pattern of 5 days over 7 Sunday to SaturdayEngineering is at the heart of what we do at Stagecoach Group, keeping our buses safe, reliable, and ready for service every day. Our engineering teams play a key role in maintaining modern fleets, including electric vehicles, and supporting the systems and standards that enable safe, reliable services today and into the future.We’re looking for a skilled Master Technician to join our engineering team in Gloucester. You’ll bring expert technical knowledge while supporting the development of others as our fleet and depot environments continue to evolve.Whether you're working in the depot or out on the road, this is a hands-on role where your technical knowledge keeps our community moving.**What you’ll be doing:**· Carrying out complex diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs to PCV vehicles· Using diagnostic equipment to identify and fix mechanical and electrical faults· Supporting and mentoring engineering apprentices· Assisting with vehicle issues both in the depot and out on the road· Maintaining high safety, quality, and compliance standards across the fleet**What we’re looking for:**· Minimum Level 3 BTEC/NVQ (or equivalent) in HGV/PCV maintenance· Demonstrable previous Engineering experience, with a vehicular focus i.e. bus, HGV / LGV, truck, haulage, automotive, plant, rail, farm etc· Ability to diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electrical faults· A proactive, safety-first mindset with attention to detail and pride in doing a job well· Full training provided, including health & safety, equipment use and cleaning standards· Competitive hourly rates and opportunities for overtime· Benefits including generous pension scheme, 22 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.Apply now with your CV. If shortlisted, we’ll invite you for an interview and depot tour, simple as that.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 Gloucester Depot London Road Gloucester GL1 3HFFounded in 1980, Stagecoach has established itself as the UK’s largest transport operator, with services connecting more than 100 major towns and cities in England, Scotland, and Wales. We work with our partners to deliver a greener, smarter, safer, healthier, and fairer country. Providing extensive expertise in commercial and contracted markets, we assist national and regional government to deliver on ambitious plans for their citizens, communities, and local economy. Our team of 26,000 employees are proud to serve our customers and be an integral part of their local communities.