Mechanic Supervisor - Hourly

Stagecoach Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent company pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount scheme

Free travel on bus services in thearea

Free on-site parking

Sick pay

Store discount

Wellness programme

Ongoing product training

Job summary

Stagecoach Group is seeking a Backshift Chargehand Fitter to join our Engineering Team at Slatyford Depot in Newcastle upon Tyne. You will help maintain and repair vehicles, ensuring they remain roadworthy and reliable for customers.

Salary £45,000–£50,000 per year with overtime. This is a full-time, permanent role requiring 1 year of engineering experience and an NVQ Level 3. PCV licence is preferred but training will be provided where needed.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering is essential.
• PCV licence is preferred but training will be provided if needed.
• Engineering experience of 1 year is required.

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

PCV licence (preferred, not essential)

Job description

Job Summary

Salary Job to be posted prior to leaver. Salary 45-50k with overtime. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Backshift Chargehand Fitter to join our Engineering Team at our Slatyford Depot in Newcastle upon Tyne. At Stagecoach North East we operate over 400 vehicles, which connect our passengers across Tyne and Wear and Teesside with our engineering teams playing a fundamental role in ensuring our vehicles are maintained to the highest standards. Our depot at Slatyford is a purpose-built facility and we operate 90 buses from there. The successful candidate will play a key role within our maintenance team to ensure our vehicles are maintained and repaired, so they remain available, roadworthy and reliable for our customers at all times.

Shift Pattern and Hours

This is a shift-based role, with shifts working on an 8 on, 6 off rota (4 days per week) which will be discussed at interview.

Qualifications and Experience

NVQ Level 3 in a relevant subject is essential. A PCV licence is preferred but not essential as training will be provided as required.

Experience: Engineering: 1 year (required).

Licence/Certification: NVQ level 3 Engineering (PCV, HGV).

Salary and Contract

Salary: Potential to earn £45 - 50k per year with some overtime working.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent.

Benefits

• Excellent company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount scheme
• Free travel on bus services in the area
• Free on-site parking
• Sick pay
• Store discount
• Wellness programme
• Ongoing product training

Workplace Culture

Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age.

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

Work Location: Slatyford depot, Newcastle upon Tyne.

Location: Slatyford Lane, Newcastle, NE5 2SE.

Location: Stagecoach Slatyford Depot Slatyford Lane Newcastle upon Tyne NE5 2SE.

About Stagecoach

Welcome to Stagecoach, the UK’s #1 bus company. Every day we help millions of passengers get to the people and places that matter to them, connecting the communities we are proud to serve. Founded 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.