Assistant Engineering Manager

Responsibilities

• Leading and motivating your team to deliver safe, reliable and well-presented vehicles
• Scheduling and prioritising vehicle maintenance and servicing activities
• Supporting team development, identifying training needs and fostering continuous improvement
• Quality checking vehicles after maintenance to ensure high standards are met
• Upholding health, safety and environmental standards in line with legislation and Stagecoach policy

Requirements

• Relevant engineering experience, including mechanical, electrical and bodywork knowledge
• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in relevant engineering field (mechanical or automotive)
• Experience managing or supervising a workshop or technical team, and a strong understanding of PCV operations
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices and regulatory standards
• A people-centred approach to leadership, with strong communication and influencing skills
• Ability to plan, analyse, and make confident decisions in a dynamic environment
• Why join Stagecoach?
• Full training provided, including health & safety, equipment use and cleaning standards
• Competitive hourly rates and opportunities for overtime
• Benefits including generous pension scheme, 25 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts including retail & leisure
• Career progression, many of our colleagues have grown into engineering, driving, and management roles
• A supportive, inclusive working environment where your wellbeing matters
• Our working environment
• Ready to lead the way?
• Click apply to start your Stagecoach journey or email you CV and cover letter to Danieka.stanley@stagecoachbus.com . We can't wait to welcome you on board!
• Location:
• Exeter Depot Matford Park Road Exeter EX2 8FD

Benefits

Additional Information

Salary £55,248.98 Assistant Engineering Manager Exeter Depot Looking for a job with real purpose? A career that keeps people moving? At Stagecoach, we're more than just buses, we're part of the fabric of our communities. Every journey our customers make is made possible by our amazing teams behind the scenes. We're looking for a hands-on, people-focused Workshop Manager for our Exeter depot, supporting a fleet of over 160 vehicles across the southwest. As Workshop Manager, you'll play a central role in ensuring our fleet is clean, safe, and road‑ready, while supporting the ongoing development of the workshop as our fleet evolves, including the introduction of electric vehicles and associated depot infrastructure.

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