Bus Depot Cleaner, Refueller & Shunter

Arriva Group; Southend; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Arriva Group in a busy UK depot is seeking a hands‑on Cleaner / Fueller / Shunter to keep our buses clean, fueled and ready for service. If you take pride in high standards, stay safety‑minded and enjoy practical teamwork, we want to hear from you.

Your duties include cleaning buses inside and out, refuelling safely, moving vehicles around the depot, carrying out basic vehicle checks and helping maintain a tidy, compliant workspace. The role may involve evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle cleaning or depot operations desirable
• Strong safety awareness and ability to perform physical tasks outdoors
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently or in a team
• Flexible shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays

Responsibilities

• Cleaning buses internally and externally to ensure they are presented to a high standard for passengers and drivers
• Sweeping, mopping, sanitising surfaces, cleaning windows, and removing waste from vehicles
• Refuelling buses safely and efficiently
• Moving and positioning buses around the depot safely for cleaning, maintenance, fuelling, and service preparation
• Carrying out basic visual vehicle checks and reporting any damage or defects
• Supporting the overall cleanliness and organisation of the depot and work areas
• Following all health and safety procedures, including the safe use of cleaning products, fuel equipment, and PPE

Skills

Dependable

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Flexibility

Outdoor work

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Fuel equipment

Depot operations tools

Job description

Arriva Group in a busy UK depot is seeking a hands‑on Cleaner / Fueller / Shunter to keep our buses clean, fueled and ready for service. If you take pride in high standards, stay safety‑minded and enjoy practical teamwork, we want to hear from you.

Your duties include cleaning buses inside and out, refuelling safely, moving vehicles around the depot, carrying out basic vehicle checks and helping maintain a tidy, compliant workspace. The role may involve evenings, weekends and public holidays.