Operations Manager

Stagecoach; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK bus operator is looking for an Operations Manager for their Aldershot Depot. You will lead over 170 drivers, ensuring exceptional service delivery while fostering a safety culture. The role requires strong leadership skills, knowledge of transport legislation, and excellent operational management capabilities. Benefits include a competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, free travel on buses, and career development opportunities. Join us as we transform our depot into a future-ready facility.

Benefits

25 Days Annual leave

Free travel on Stagecoach buses

Access to pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong track record in team leadership and operational excellence is required.
• Ability to achieve strong performance in service delivery.
• Working knowledge of allocation systems and relevant transport legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure the welfare of over 170 drivers.
• Plan and deliver a customer-focused daily operation.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure the delivery of safe and high-quality service.
• Work with Engineering Manager to drive overall depot performance.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean

Management Experience

Process Improvement

Microsoft Outlook

Analysis Skills

Warehouse Management System

Operations Management

Kaizen

Leadership Experience

Supervising Experience

Retail Management

Education

Transport Manager CPC Level 3 qualification

Job description

Salary

Competitive Salary

25 Days Annual leave plus bank holidays

Join our team as an Operations Manager at Aldershot Depot.

Stagecoach Aldershot Depot part of one of the UKs largest bus operators employs 170 drivers and operates buses on urban rural and inter-urban routes across the Black Water Valley. Were a vital part of the communities serving over 30 million passenger journeys per year.

We have an outstanding Operations Team in Aldershot and youll be joining at a truly exciting moment. The depot is currently undergoing a major transformation as we move towards full electrification with our electric fleet set to launch in the new year.

We are now seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Depot Operations Manager to lead inspire and support our this pivotal role you will drive exceptional service delivery for our customers champion a robust safety culture and ensure that our people and our customers remain at the heart of everything we do.

To succeed you will need a strong track record in team leadership and a proven ability to achieve operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead develop and ensure the welfare of over 170 drivers.
• Plan and deliver a cost-effective customer-focused daily operation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure the delivery of a safe reliable and high-quality service.
• Work collaboratively with the Engineering Manager to drive overall depot performance.

What We're Looking For

• An experienced Operations Manager ready for a new challenge.
• Transport Manager CPC Level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards it).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead with confidence and clarity.
• Working knowledge of allocation systems and relevant transport legislation.
• A calm capable approach to typical management challenges.

Why Join Us

Take the lead in a depot at the centre of a key operating area.

Be part of a developing supportive and high-performing team.

Showcase your talent and unlock future career progression within a business known for developing its people.

We offer a competitive salary 25 days of annual leave free travel on Stagecoach buses and access to our pension scheme and other benefits.

If youre excited about making a positive impact in a role that blends leadership community engagement and operational excellence - apply now!

Closing Date

20 December 2025

If you would like to discuss the position or want more information before applying please email.

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 Aldershot Depot 19 Halimote Road Aldershot Hampshire GU11 1NJ

Required Experience

Manager

Key Skills

• Six Sigma
• Lean
• Management Experience
• Process Improvement
• Microsoft Outlook
• Analysis Skills
• Warehouse Management System
• Operations Management
• Kaizen
• Leadership Experience
• Supervising Experience
• Retail Management

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1