Bus & Coach Electrician

Bus & Coach Electrician

Salary and Location

Location: Oxford Depot, Horspath Road, Cowley, Oxford, OX4 2RY

Pay Rate: £26.81 per hour (£55,765 per annum based on a 40-hour week)

Working Pattern: 5 days over 7 on a rotating shift pattern

About the Role

We're looking for a proactive and skilled Bus & Coach Electrician to join our friendly team at Stagecoach Oxford. 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.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair our fleet of buses to DVSA and Stagecoach safety standards
• Diagnose and fix mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic equipment including laptop
• Complete the full range of electrical repairs and defects
• Carry out routine inspections, servicing and roadside repairs
• Support apprentices by sharing your knowledge and experience
• Work safely and efficiently as part of a collaborative depot team

What We're Looking For

• NVQ Level 3 qualified in HGV or PSV Maintenance, Electrical Engineering, Auto Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), with a strong understanding of vehicle engineering principles
• Proven hands-on experience maintaining and repairing commercial or specialist vehicles in a workshop environment
• Skilled in the use of modern diagnostic equipment, with the ability to accurately identify and resolve faults
• Strong electrical and electronic diagnostic capability, with experience working on complex vehicle systems
• A safety-first mindset, with excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• A collaborative team player, with strong communication skills and a positive, proactive approach
• Previous experience working on buses, coaches or other large passenger vehicles is desirable, but not essential

Why Join Stagecoach?

• Full training provided, including health and safety, equipment operation, and industry best practices
• Competitive hourly rates, with opportunities for overtime and additional earnings
• Excellent benefits package, including a generous pension scheme, 22 days' holiday increasing to 27 days after three years' service, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
• Career development opportunities, with many of our colleagues progressing into senior engineering, driving and management roles across the business
• A supportive and inclusive working environment, where your wellbeing, development and success are valued

Our Working Environment

Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer where everyone is respected and supported. At Oxford, you'll be part of a welcoming engineering team who take pride in keeping our vehicles road-ready and our customers on the move.

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.