Vehicle Inspector

TN United Kingdom; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Vehicle Inspector at the Sharston Depot, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining a modern fleet of vehicles. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate with guaranteed hours and opportunities for overtime. Enjoy a range of benefits, including free travel for you and a companion, a generous pension scheme, and career development opportunities. With a commitment to high standards and a supportive learning environment, this role is perfect for those passionate about engineering and vehicle maintenance. Be part of a team that values job security and community service.

Benefits

Generous Pension Scheme

28 Days Holiday

Free Travel for You and a Companion

Financial Education

Affordable Loans

Discounts on Holidays and Retail

Dental Insurance

Vehicle Breakdown Cover

Employee Assistance Program

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with vehicular maintenance, including buses, HGVs, and automotive.
• Commitment to high standards in engineering maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a modern fleet of vehicles at Sharston Depot.
• Ensure customer safety and comfort during travel.

Skills

Light Vehicle Maintenance

Engineering Background

High Standards of Maintenance

Job description

Vehicle Inspector - Sharston Depot

We are ideally looking for an experienced Vehicle Inspector to join our Sharston team. If you have relevant experience, such as light vehicle maintenance, you might be just what we need.

Salary: £17.68 per hour with an option to work weekends. Full-time 38 hours per week.

Additional Compensation: Typical annual earnings of £35K+ based on hourly rate, allowances, hours, and overtime. Guaranteed 38 hours minimum with potential for overtime.

You’ll be one of 25 engineers at Sharston maintaining and repairing a modern fleet of vehicles, ensuring our customers travel safely and comfortably daily.

Aside from the satisfaction of being a key worker, there are many reasons to join Stagecoach Sharston:

• Great benefits including a generous pension scheme, 28 days holiday (rising to 33 with service), free travel for you and a companion, financial education, affordable loans, and discounts on holidays, retail, cinema, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover, hotels, and attractions.
• Free travel for you and a companion on our buses—saving on parking, fuel, and travel costs.
• Training provided—no prior experience with buses? No problem! We'll support your learning and development.
• Varied work—some on-road vehicle issues, not just depot-based tasks. We're investing in electric vehicles and infrastructure, offering interesting opportunities.
• Job security as a key worker serving communities with a diverse fleet.
• A safe working environment with protective equipment provided.
• UK-wide opportunities—transfer to other locations across the country.
• Career development—progression to roles like Technician, Master Technician, Engineering Manager, and more.
• Secondment opportunities within the business, including events and head office roles.
• Employee assistance program supporting health and well-being 24/7.
• Inclusive and friendly workplace culture, celebrating diversity and supporting all employees regardless of background.

The recruitment process is simple: submit your CV, attend an interview, and tour the depot.

Requirements:

• An engineering background with vehicular focus—bus, HGV, truck, haulage, automotive, plant, rail, or farm equipment.
• A commitment to high standards of engineering maintenance and repair.

If you meet these criteria and are interested, please apply below!

Location: Stagecoach Sharston Depot, 57 Leestone Rd, Sharston Industrial Area, Sharston, Manchester M22 4RB