Stagecoach Merseyside, Cheshire and South Lancashire (Stagecoach MCSL) has appointed Steve Swires as its new Engineering Director.
Steve will be based at the firm’s Gillmoss depot and joins after 10 years as depot fleet engineer at Stagecoach Manchester’s Hyde depot.
He will oversee four engineering managers and ensure the day-to-day operation of the region’s 426-strong bus fleet, as well as take a role in apprentice intake.
“I’m pleased and proud to have been appointed and I can’t wait to hit the ground running,” Steve says.
Steve believes it’s an exciting time to be working in the industry, particularly in automotive engineering, which is seeing rapid advances in technology.
He adds: “It’s fantastic to have an employer like Stagecoach which continues to lead by example – with more investment in sustainable, greener transport than ever before.
“I also relish the opportunity this role offers to grow and develop our apprenticeship training programme and play an active role in shaping the training of the next generation of engineers.”
Rob Jones, Managing Director of Stagecoach MCSL, says: “Steve brings with him a wealth of experience and we warmly welcome him on board.”
