Engineering Manager

Salary

£52,000-£62,000

Engineering Manager - Stagecoach Yorkshire

 

• Based at one our Yorkshire Depots - Barnsley - Chesterfield - Ecclesfield - Holbrook - Rawmarsh
• Annual salary: £52,000 - £62,000
• Shift pattern: 37 Hours Per Week Monday-Friday

 

Are you up for the challenge of leading one of Stagecoach Yorkshire's depot through one of the most significant transformations in Stagecoach engineering?

Stagecoach Yorkshire is entering an exciting new chapter, with plans for a multiple site renovations and the introduction of a new electric vehicle fleets. Together, these investments will create a modern engineering operation, providing a unique opportunity to redefine standards, embrace new technologies, and drive improvements in performance, reliability and efficiency.

We're looking for an experienced and hands-on Engineering Manager to lead this transformation, supporting and developing a committed engineering team while preparing the depot for a fully electric future. This is a rare opportunity to shape the direction of the depot, establishing the engineering culture, capability and processes needed to maximise the benefits of significant investment and deliver sustained operational improvement. The successful candidate will play a key role in turning this investment into enhanced engineering performance and making the Stagecoach Yorkshire depots a flagship operation for the future.

 

What you’ll be doing

 

• Leading a skilled team of engineers, technicians, cleaners, and apprentices to ensure our fleet is safe, reliable, and customer-ready
• Managing the maintenance and presentation of between 50 - 85 service buses and 2 training vehicles, including transitioning to an EV fleet
• Overseeing depot plant, workshop equipment, and building maintenance, ensuring statutory compliance and a proactive approach to health & safety
• Managing daily operations including resource planning, stock control, procurement, and supplier relationships
• Coaching, developing, and empowering team members, helping them grow their technical capability and career progression
• Using data, performance insights, and engineering best practice to drive continuous improvement
• Working closely with the Engineering Director and contributing to regional projects, fleet strategy, and long-term planning
• Maintaining engineering quality in line with DVSA regulations and Stagecoach engineering standards

 

What we’re looking for

 

• Engineering experience in sectors such as bus, coach, HGV, rail, plant, or automotive
• A strong people leader, whether already a manager or ready to step up into your first depot leadership role
• A proactive, organised, and safety-first mindset
• Experience with compliance, budgets, audits, and health & safety
• A passion for reliability, operational excellence, and high presentation standards

 

Why join Stagecoach?

 

• Competitive pay, opportunities for overtime, and a generous pension scheme
• 25 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of retail & leisure discounts
• Clear progression routes, many of our colleagues move into engineering leadership, depot management, or regional roles
• A supportive, inclusive working environment where your wellbeing matters
• The opportunity to lead in a depot recognised for engineering excellence, innovation, and EV growth

 

Our working environment

 

Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer. Across all our depots, including Rawmarsh, we foster a welcoming environment where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. You’ll have access to employee networks, wellbeing programmes, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.

 

Ready to lead one of the best?

 

Click Apply to begin your Stagecoach journey. We can’t wait to welcome you on board.

 

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 Ecclesfield Depot Green Lane, Ecclesfield Sheffied S35 9WY