Salary Salary - £19.87 per hour for 37.50 hours a week (pay rise pending) Based at our Merthyr depot Pay rate of £19.87 per hour for 37.50 hours a week (pay rise pending) Shift pattern of Monday to Friday (06.00 to 14.30) Looking to take the next step in your engineering career and play a key role in keeping our Merthyr workshop running smoothly? We’re looking for a proactive and hands-on Chargehand to support the day-to-day running of our workshop at Stagecoach Merthyr. Working closely with the Workshop Manager, you’ll help lead our team, maintain high safety and quality standards, and keep our fleet safe, clean, and ready for the road. This is the ideal opportunity if you’re an experienced Technician looking for your first step into leadership and a chance to grow your career. What you’ll be doing: Supporting the Workshop Manager in the daily running of the Merthyr workshop Allocating work to Shift Technicians and cleaning staff to keep operations running smoothly Auditing vehicles, work quality, and staff compliance Ensuring all health & safety standards are followed and promoting a safe working environment Responding to breakdowns and supporting roadside assistance when required Completing reports, maintaining standards, and helping resolve operational issues Stepping in to cover Workshop Manager duties during holidays or absence Leading by example and fostering a positive, inclusive team culture What we’re looking for: A skilled Technician or Engineer ready to step into leadership Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance standards (PSV/HGV experience preferred) A safety-first mindset and great attention to detail Confident communicator with a proactive, can-do attitude Ability to support, guide, and motivate colleagues Organised, reliable, and comfortable making decisions A team player committed to high standards of performance and presentation Why choose Stagecoach? Full training and support to help you progress in your leadership career 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 retail & leisure discounts Clear career progression pathways, many Chargehands go on to become Workshop Managers and Engineering Managers A supportive working environment that prioritises your wellbeing Our working environment Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer. At Merthyr, you’ll be part of a welcoming engineering team where everyone is respected and supported to thrive. You’ll have access to employee networks, wellbeing resources, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family. Ready to take the next step in your career? Click apply now and start your journey as a Chargehand with Stagecoach Merthyr. 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 Merthyr Depot Unit 21 Merthyr Tydfil Ind.Estate, Dowlais Merthyr Tydfil CF48 2SR Welcome to Stagecoach, the UK’s #1 bus company. If you’re ready to join our team, simply fill out an application via a PC or mobile device, and a member of our Recruitment team will be in touch to inform you of next steps. Every day we help millions of passengers get to the people and places that matter to them, connecting the communities we are proud to serve. Founded in 1980, Stagecoach has established itself as the UK’s largest transport operator, with services connecting more than 100 major towns and cities in England, Scotland, and Wales. We work with our partners to deliver a greener, smarter, safer, healthier, and fairer country. Providing extensive expertise in commercial and contracted markets, we assist national and regional government to deliver on ambitious plans for their citizens, communities, and local economy. Our team of 26,000 employees are proud to serve our customers and be an integral part of their local communities.