Shift Technician​/Mechanic

Salary & Shift

Average earnings of £45,822 per year; pay rate £22.03 per hour. 4 days on and 3 off with one weekend in 3. 40 hours per week. Typical shifts 5am–3pm and 3pm–1am (includes weekends).

Oldham Depot, Wallshaw Street, Oldham OL1 3TR
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We’re looking for a proactive and skilled Shift Technician/Mechanic to join our friendly team at Stagecoach Oldham. 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 hybrid and electric vehicles.

• Maintain and repair our fleet of buses to DVSA and Stagecoach safety standards.
• Diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using diagnostic equipment including laptop.
• Complete the full range of mechanical repairs including major unit changes and engine repairs and overhauls.
• 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.

• NVQ Level 3 in HGV or PSV Maintenance (or equivalent).
• Hands‑on experience working on commercial or specialist vehicles.
• Experience and competence in using modern diagnostic equipment.
• Electrical/electronic competence at a basic level.
• 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).

• 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, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts including retail & leisure.
• Career progression; many colleagues have grown into engineering, driving, and management roles.
• A supportive, inclusive working environment where your wellbeing matters.

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

We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.