Engineering Manager

We're looking for an experienced and hands-on Engineering Manager to lead our talented team at Stagecoach Kilmarnock. This is an opportunity to lead a skilled team within a modern depot environment, taking ownership of fleet maintenance, engineering operations and facilities. You'll play a key role in supporting fleet evolution, including electric vehicles and depot infrastructure, ensuring safety, compliance, and capability are built into day-today operations. You'll balance maintaining today's fleet with developing your people and facilities for the future, ensuring Stagecoach continues to deliver safe, reliable services. What you'll be doing:

• Leading a team of engineers, technicians, cleaners, and apprentices to ensure our fleet is safe, clean, and road-ready
• Managing the maintenance and presentation of 84 service buses and 5 training vehicles
• Overseeing depot plant and building maintenance, including compliance and health & safety
• Managing day-to-day operations, resource planning, stock control, and procurement
• Coaching and developing team members, with a focus on continuous improvement and talent planning
• Working closely with the Engineering Director and gaining exposure to regional/strategic projects
• Maintaining standards in line with DVSA regulations and Stagecoach's standards
  
  Engineering experience in a relevant sector such as bus, coach, HGV, rail, plant, or automotive
• Strong leadership and team management skills, you may already be in a managerial role, or ready for your next step
• A proactive, organised, and safety-first mindset
• Experience managing compliance, budgets, inventory, and health & safety practices
• Passion for high standards in both vehicle performance and presentation
  
  Competitive hourly rates and opportunities for overtime
• Benefits including generous pension scheme, 33 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 Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer. Across our depots, we foster a welcoming environment where everyone is treated with respect and supported to thrive. You'll have access to employee networks, wellbeing resources, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your family. Ready to lead the way?