Engineering Director

• Based in Lincoln, with travel across Hull, Grimsby, Gainsborough, Scunthorpe, Worksop, Skegness, Mansfield
• Permanent, full-time role with 25 days holiday, bonus, company car & more

We’re looking for an experienced and people-focused Engineering Director to lead our East Midlands region, covering 8 maintenance depots and a fleet of over 530 vehicles. 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.

Additionally, you will lead several key programmes across the region such as EV transitions and new depot builds. You’ll report to the Managing Director and act as the nominated Transport Manager 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.

• Leading multi-site engineering teams to deliver safe, reliable and well-presented vehicles
• Strategically overseeing depot facilities, premises, and engineering equipment across the region
• Promoting a safety-first culture and ensuring compliance with all regulations and company standards
• Developing team capability through coaching, mentoring and technical training
• Building strong, constructive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including local authorities and trade unions
• Championing continuous improvement and innovation within engineering
• Managing performance to meet agreed budgets, KPIs and service expectations
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to improve customer satisfaction and align with Stagecoach’s Customer Value Proposition (CVP)

• A recognised qualification in engineering
• Ideally qualified as a transport manager, but not essential
• Proven experience leading engineering operations across multiple sites
• A collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with strong communication skills
• Knowledge of health & safety, environmental and transport legislation
• Experience delivering to KPIs, managing budgets, and working in a unionised environment
• Confident managing both strategic planning and day-to-day operational delivery
• Willingness to travel across the region and live locally (relocation support available)

• Competitive salary, company car, bonus, and relocation support where applicable
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Free travel for you and your family on most Stagecoach services
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers and leisure providers
• Access to wellbeing resources, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• A values-led organisation where inclusion, teamwork and growth are encouraged

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.

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