Salary Competitive Salary, plus 25 days holiday and bank holidays Join our team as an Operations Manager at Chichester Depot. Stagecoach Chichester Depot, part of one of the UK's largest bus operators, employs 145 drivers and operates buses on urban, rural, and inter-urban routes across the South Coast. We're a vital part of the communities serving over 30 million passenger journeys per year. We are now seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Depot Operations Manager to lead, inspire, and support our team. In this pivotal role, you will drive exceptional service delivery for our customers, champion a robust safety culture, and ensure that our people and our customers remain at the heart of everything we do. To succeed, you will need a strong track record in team leadership and a proven ability to achieve operational excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead, develop, and ensure the welfare of over 145 drivers and a team of Duty Managers Plan and deliver a cost-effective, customer-focused daily operation. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure the delivery of a safe, reliable, and high-quality service. Work collaboratively with the Engineering Manager to drive overall depot performance. What We're Looking For: An experienced Operations Manager, ready for a new challenge. Transport Manager CPC Level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards it). Strong communication skills with the ability to lead with confidence and clarity. Working knowledge of allocation systems and relevant transport legislation. A calm, capable approach to typical management challenges. Why Join Us? Take the lead in a depot at the centre of a key operating area. Be part of a developing, supportive, and high-performing team. Showcase your talent and unlock future career progression within a business known for developing its people. We offer a competitive salary, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, free travel on Stagecoach buses and access to our pension scheme and other benefits. If you're excited about making a positive impact in a role that blends leadership, community engagement, and operational excellence - apply now! Closing Date: 1st June 2026 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 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 Chichester Depot Basin Road Chichester PO19 8DG