Salary
Competitive Salary
1. Engineering Director – South West
2. Based in Exeter, with travel across Devon, Cornwall and Guernsey
3. Permanent, full-time role with 25 days holiday, bonus, car allowance or car & more
Looking to lead an impactful engineering operation where safety, people and performance come first?
We’re looking for an experienced and people-focused Engineering Director to lead our South West region, covering five maintenance depots and a fleet of over 450 vehicles across Devon, Cornwall and Guernsey. In this key senior leadership role, you’ll be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all engineering activity, ensuring our fleet is reliable, our depots are compliant and well-managed, and our people are supported to do their best work every day. You’ll report to the Managing Director and act as one of the nominated Transport Manager's on the Operator’s Licence. If you're ready to lead a high-performing team, deliver positive change, and keep our communities moving, we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing
4. Leading multi-site engineering teams to deliver safe, reliable and well-presented vehicles
5. Overseeing depot facilities, premises and engineering equipment across the region
6. Promoting a safety-first culture and ensuring compliance with all regulations and company standards
7. Developing team capability through coaching, mentoring and technical training
8. Building strong, constructive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including local authorities and trade unions
9. Championing continuous improvement and innovation within engineering
10. Managing performance to meet agreed budgets, KPIs and service expectations
11. Working collaboratively with colleagues to improve customer satisfaction and align with Stagecoach’s Customer Value Proposition (CVP)
What we’re looking for
12. A recognised qualification in engineering
13. Ideally qualified as a transport manager, but not essential
14. Proven experience leading engineering operations across multiple sites
15. A collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with strong communication skills
16. Knowledge of health & safety, environmental and transport legislation
17. Experience delivering to KPIs, managing budgets, and working in a unionised environment
18. Confident managing both strategic planning and day-to-day operational delivery
19. Willingness to travel across the South West and live locally (relocation support available)
Why join Stagecoach?
20. Competitive salary, company car/allowance, bonus, and relocation support where applicable
21. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
22. Private medical insurance
23. Free travel for you and your family on most Stagecoach services
24. Generous pension scheme
25. Discounts at hundreds of retailers and leisure providers
26. Access to wellbeing resources, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
27. A values-led organisation where inclusion, teamwork and growth are encouraged
Our working environment
Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer. We’re committed to creating a respectful, welcoming and supportive environment for all colleagues. We value diverse perspectives and believe in building teams where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Ready to make your mark and lead the future of engineering in the South West?
Click apply to start your Stagecoach journey today.
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 South West Head Office Matford Park Road Exeter EX2 8FD