Salary
Circa £49500 - 40hrs per week - earlies, middles, lates on a rolling shift pattern, five days in seven.
Master Technician
1. Based at our Andover Depot – located at Walworth Industrial Estate
2. Annual salary - circa £49500
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 Master Technician for our Andover depot, supporting a fleet of over 30 vehicles across Hampshire.
What you’ll be doing
As Master Technician, you’ll play a central role in ensuring our fleet is clean, safe, and road-ready. Working alongside the Assistant Engineering Manager, you’ll lead and support a diverse team of skilled colleagues, including Engineers, Technicians and Cleaners and Fuellers, creating a positive environment where people thrive.
You’ll help manage day-to-day garage operations, ensure compliance with legal and Stagecoach standards, and keep our engineering processes running smoothly and efficiently.
3. Leading and motivating the team to deliver safe, reliable and well-presented vehicles, deputising for the assistant manager.
4. Scheduling and prioritising vehicle maintenance and servicing activities
5. Supporting team development, identifying training needs and fostering continuous improvement
6. Quality checking vehicles after maintenance to ensure high standards are met
7. Upholding health, safety and environmental standards in line with legislation and Stagecoach policy
What we’re looking for
8. Relevant engineering experience, including mechanical, electrical and bodywork knowledge
9. Qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in relevant engineering field (mechanical or automotive)
10. Experience supervising a workshop or technical team preferred, but not essential, and a strong understanding of PCV operations
11. Strong understanding of health and safety practices and regulatory standards
12. A people-centred approach to leadership, with strong communication and influencing skills
13. Ability to plan, analyse, and make confident decisions in a dynamic environment
Why join Stagecoach?
14. Job security – we’ve been keeping the UK moving since 1980, and we’re here to stay
15. Great benefits – 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, free travel for you and a partner, and access to a supportive Employee Assistance Programme
16. Career development – we grow our talent from within; your next step could be into our leadership team
17. Supportive culture – you’ll work with a friendly team who’ve got your back
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 Andover Depot Livingstone Road, Walworth Ind Estate Andover SP10 5NS