Regional Engineering Director – EV & Depot Operations Leader

Stagecoach (Scotland); Cambridge; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Bonus

Relocation support where applicable

Pension

Private medical insurance

Free travel for you and your family

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

Stagecoach Cambridge is seeking an experienced Engineering Director to lead the East region, overseeing 4 maintenance depots and 300+ vehicles, including EV buses. You will ensure safe, compliant, and efficient engineering operations while supporting people to excel.

You will drive the EV transition, develop teams, manage budgets, and engage with stakeholders to maximise value from investments. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will help keep communities moving.

Qualifications

• A recognised qualification in engineering.
• Transport manager qualification for an international operator's licence (ideally).
• Proven experience leading engineering operations across multiple sites.
• Collaborative, inclusive leadership style with strong communication.
• Knowledge of health, safety, environmental and transport legislation.
• Experience delivering KPIs, budgets and working in a unionised environment.
• Willingness to travel and relocate if required.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-site engineering teams to deliver safe, reliable vehicles.
• Oversee depot facilities, premises and engineering equipment across the region.
• Promote a safety-first culture and regulatory compliance.
• Develop team capability through coaching and training.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, trade bodies, local authorities and trade unions.
• Champion continuous improvement and innovation within engineering.
• Manage performance to meet budgets, KPIs and service expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve customer satisfaction and CVP.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Health & safety knowledge

Education

Engineering qualification

Job description

Stagecoach Cambridge is seeking an experienced Engineering Director to lead the East region, overseeing 4 maintenance depots and 300+ vehicles, including EV buses. You will ensure safe, compliant, and efficient engineering operations while supporting people to excel.

You will drive the EV transition, develop teams, manage budgets, and engage with stakeholders to maximise value from investments. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will help keep communities moving.