Stagecoach Group is seeking a Managing Director for its Yorkshire operations, emphasizing strong leadership and a commitment to safety and community engagement. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the transport sector, demonstrating a history of successful multi-site operations and team development
Job Summary
This is a leadership role with full accountability for a large, complex transport business, offering the freedom to shape strategy and culture locally.
You will define and deliver the operating company’s business strategy, ensuring sustainable commercial performance, growing revenue, managing costs, and delivering strong returns.
As MD, you will be Stagecoach’s most senior local voice, building strong relationships with local authorities and community groups to influence transport policy and secure contracted services.
Matching Summary
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Stagecoach Group is seeking a Managing Director for its Yorkshire operations, emphasizing strong leadership and a commitment to safety and community engagement. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the transport sector, demonstrating a history of successful multi-site operations and team development.
Salary
Competitive salary; Bonus; Company car, pension
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
visible, purposeful, values-led leadership
define and deliver business strategy
embed a safety-first culture
oversee operations and engineering
champion customer touchpoints
build strong local relationships
Nice-to-have
leads from the front
holds self to high standards
values-driven leader
Key Requirements
significant senior leadership experience
track record of running large, multi-site operations
proven commercial acumen and P&L ownership
experience building relationships with public sector bodies
understanding of UK bus regulatory framework
proven track record of building high-performing teams
experience leading through change and cultural transformation