About First Bus: Are you ready to advance your career with one of the UK's leading bus operators? Join a forward-thinking company that embraces cutting-edge bus technology, from innovative mobile apps to environmentally friendly vehicles. We are passionate about delivering passenger journeys that are sustainable, comfortable, and efficient. We are at the forefront of innovation in the industry, connecting communities and shaping the future of public transport.
Position: Shunter/Cleaner
Location: Chelmsford, Westway, CM1 3AR
Contracted Hours: 39 hours per week - full time & permanent
Working Hours: 17:00pm-01:00am 5 days over 7 (including weekends)
Pay Rate: £15.17 per hour (£15.76 per hour if you hold a PCV license)
You must hold a valid UK driving license to be considered for this role
Do you want to be part of our energetic team of Cleaners, Engineers and maintenance staff that look after our fleet of vehicles at our Chelmsford depot? If yes, this Shunter/Cleaner position could be just the job for you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Shunting and banksman duties on vehicles around the depot (full training provided)
- Fuelling/charging vehicles
- Vehicle under chassis washing using a pressure washer
- Oil and water and top ups
- Interior vehicle cleaning duties including a monthly deep clean routine across all vehicles
- General depot maintenance and cleaning as and when required
- Recording details of all work completed accurately
About You:
You must hold a valid UK driving license to be considered for this role Do you have a flexible approach to working hours? Do you have previous cleaning experience? Bus driving experience would be beneficial, a PCV license is not essential Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process and to comply with UK employment requirements, we ask all applicants to confirm their right to work in the UK.
Rewards:
- Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash-back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support
- We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc
- Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass
- Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme
- Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
- Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares
We are always looking for skilled and talented people to join us across our sixty plus depots from Aberdeen to Truro. It takes a dedicated team of specialists and professionals over just about every type of role you can think of to keep us on the road and creating amazing passenger journeys. We’ve embarked on a journey of major transformation – to make sure we put our people and customers first. Our people are the beating heart of First Bus. Without them, there would be no drivers to take customers to where they need to go and no engineers to keep our buses safely on the road. Our transformation programme is designed to reshape our business to meet tomorrow’s travel needs.
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Shunter/Cleaner in Chelmsford employer: First Essex Buses Ltd
First Bus is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our Chelmsford depot where innovation and customer-centric values thrive. With competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and a commitment to employee growth through mentoring and flexible working arrangements, we empower our Operations Managers to lead high-performing teams while ensuring a safe and efficient service. Join us in shaping the future of public transport and enjoy unique perks like discounted rail travel and a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion.
