Salary
£42,980 per annum
Vehicle Examiner
1. Based at our Oldham depot, located at Oldham, Greater Manchester
2. Annual salary - £42,980
3. Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm
Looking for a role where your expertise keeps people safe and services running smoothly?
At Stagecoach, safety is at the heart of everything we do. Our Vehicle Examiners play a vital role in ensuring our fleet meets the highest standards of safety, compliance, and reliability, keeping our customers moving every day. We’re looking for a detail-focused and knowledgeable Vehicle Examiner to join our engineering team at our Oldham depot. As our fleet continues to evolve, including hybrid and electric vehicles, you’ll play a key role in maintaining high standards and supporting our modern, safety-first operation.
What you’ll be doing:
4. Carrying out thorough safety inspections and statutory vehicle examinations in line with DVSA standards
5. Identifying, documenting, and reporting defects, ensuring timely resolution
6. Ensuring all maintenance and inspection records are completed accurately and meet compliance requirements
7. Supporting MOT preparation and audit readiness across the depot
8. Liaising with Technicians and Workshop leadership to ensure vehicles are maintained to the highest standard
9. Monitoring fleet compliance and supporting continuous improvement in safety and reliability
10. Promoting a strong safety culture across the depot, leading by example
What we’re looking for:
11. A qualified technician with NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV, HGV, or automotive engineering
12. Proven experience in vehicle inspection, maintenance, or compliance roles (PSV/HGV preferred)
13. Strong knowledge of DVSA standards and vehicle safety regulations
14. High attention to detail with a proactive, safety-first mindset
15. Confident in record-keeping and compliance documentation
16. A team player with strong communication skills
17. A full UK driving licence
Why choose Stagecoach?
18. Full training provided, including ongoing development in compliance, inspections, and evolving vehicle technologies
19. Competitive salary and opportunities for overtime
20. Benefits including generous pension scheme, 25 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts including retail & leisure
21. Career progression, with opportunities to move into senior engineering, supervisory, and management roles
22. 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.
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:
Oldham Depot Wallshaw Street Oldham OL1 3TR