Stagecoach
shift fitter Engineer
Barnstaple
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- Seniority
- Mid level
- Country
- GB
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
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- 27 Sept 2026
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Salary
We’re looking for a proactive and skilled Bus/PSV Mechanic to join our friendly team at Stagecoach Barnstaple. Whether you’re from a truck, HGV, automotive, plant, or rail background, This is your opportunity to work on a modern and varied fleet, including electric vehicles, supported by ongoing training as technology and vehicle systems continue to evolve.
Bus/PSV Mechanic
- Based at our Barnstaple depot, located at Pottington industrial estate.
- Pay rate of £24.10 per hour for shift engineer (5 shifts per week totalling 39 hours a week)
- Enhanced rate of pay for overtime.
Looking for a hands-on mechanical role where your skills keep the community moving?
We’re looking for a proactive and skilled Bus/PSV Mechanic to join our friendly team at Stagecoach Barnstaple. Whether you’re from a truck, HGV, automotive, plant, or rail background, This is your opportunity to work on a modern and varied fleet, including electric vehicles, supported by ongoing training as technology and vehicle systems continue to evolve.
What you’ll be doing:
- Maintaining and repairing our fleet of buses to DVSA and Stagecoach safety standards
- Diagnosing and fixing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults
- Carrying out routine inspections, servicing, and occasional roadside repairs
- Supporting apprentices by sharing your knowledge and experience
- Working safely and efficiently as part of a collaborative depot team
What we’re looking for:
- NVQ Level 3 in HGV or PSV Maintenance (or equivalent)
- Hands-on experience working on commercial or specialist vehicles
- A safety-first attitude and strong attention to detail
- A team player with good communication skills
- Previous experience working on buses or large passenger vehicles (desirable)
Why join Stagecoach?
- Full training provided, including health & safety, equipment use and cleaning standards
- Competitive hourly rates and opportunities for overtime
- Benefits including generous pension scheme, 25 days holiday and bank holidays , free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts including retail & leisure
- Career progression, many of our colleagues have grown into engineering, driving, and management roles
- A supportive, inclusive working environment where your wellbeing matters
Our working environment
Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer where everyone is respected and supported. At Barnstaple, you’ll be part of a welcoming engineering team who take pride in keeping our vehicles road-ready and our customers on the move.
Ready to take the next step in your mechanical career?
Click apply now, we can’t wait to welcome you on board.
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 Barnstaple Unt 14, Benning Court Barnstaple EX31 1QN
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