An open letter to all our future colleagues from Queens Road and Oldham Depots

I’d like to extend a warm welcome to you. We are looking forward to working with you to continue providing excellent services to our customers as we move to deliver the Bee Network together. 

I understand that the reregulation of bus services and the transition process raises questions and concerns for you, that’s why I wanted to take this opportunity, as soon as I could, to reach out to you personally to assure you that your current employment will remain fully safeguarded throughout this process. Your experience, expertise, and dedication are highly valued, and I believe that together, we can achieve great things.

Importantly, I also want to offer my reassurance that we are committed to working closely with your current employers to make this transition as seamless and positive as possible. 

Allow me to also take this opportunity to introduce you to Stagecoach. We are a company that has been proudly serving Greater Manchester for the past 27 years. We are deeply committed to our local communities and take great pride in delivering excellent services that keep the people of Greater Manchester connected. From our dedicated drivers and skilled engineers to our hardworking cleaners and office-based staff, we all work as a team to meet the needs of our community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We value and appreciate their contributions, which is why we have a strong focus on training and development. As an employer, we strive to create a supportive and engaging work environment, ensuring that everyone feels valued.

I joined Stagecoach at the beginning of 2021, bringing with me experience in various sectors, including public transport, logistics and retail. I have witnessed first-hand the importance of bus services in Greater Manchester and the immense opportunities they offer to support the region's growth. As we move forward together, my aim is to work with you and alongside our partners to ensure that Greater Manchester has a world-class transport system that meets the needs and expectations of our communities and visitors.

Furthermore, I am truly looking forward to being able to speak with you directly to welcoming you on board as part of our team.

With warmest regards,

Lee Wasnidge 

Managing Director 

Stagecoach Manchester