Bus Depot Service Assistant (Cleaning, Shunting & Refuelling)

Stagecoach Group plc; Guildford; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A public transport company is seeking a Bus Depot Service Assistant in Guildford. This role includes fuelling, cleaning, and maintaining vehicles while ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude and a full UK driving licence. Comprehensive training is provided along with competitive benefits including free travel and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension plan

Free travel for you and a companion

Wide range of discounts

Qualifications

• PCV licence preferable, full UK driving licence essential.
• Willingness to learn and be trained on necessary tasks.

Responsibilities

• Fuelling and oiling buses and coaches.
• Driving vehicles safely around the depot.
• Cleaning the interior and exterior of vehicles.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Salary

Circa £31,500 per annum, 40hrs per week, 5 days in 7 rolling shift pattern, 16:30hrs - 00:30hrs. PCV licence preferable, full UK driving licence essential.

Bus Depot Service Assistant (Cleaning, Shunting & Refuelling)

• Based at our Guildford depot, located at Riverway Industrial Estate, Peasmarsh
• Pay rate of circa £31,500 per annum
• Shift pattern of 16:30hrs - 00:30hrs, rolling shift working 5 days in 7

Looking for a hands‑on role where every day is different, and you can take pride in the work you do?

At Stagecoach, our Bus Depot Service Assistants play a vital behind-the-scenes role in keeping our buses clean, safe, and ready to hit the road. You’ll be an essential part of a supportive team that helps make sure thousands of people get to where they need to be, every single day.

What you’ll be doing:

• Fuelling and oiling our fleet of buses and coaches
• Driving (shunting) vehicles safely around the depot and parking them correctly
• Cleaning the interior and exterior of our vehicles, including deep cleans and under‑chassis washes using approved equipment
• Keeping our premises tidy and hygienic, including washrooms
• Carrying out vehicle changeovers, breakdown support, and collecting/delivering vehicles or parts when needed
• Logging fuel and oil usage and completing daily checks on equipment
• Supporting your team and contributing to a safe, efficient depot operation

What we’re looking for:

• A PCV licencepreferable. Full UK driving licence essential.
• A positive, can‑do attitude and pride in doing a job well
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to keeping things clean and safe
• A team player who communicates clearly and supports others
• Willingness to learn – we’ll train you on everything you need to know

Why choose Stagecoach?

• Full training provided, including health & safety, equipment use and cleaning standards
• Competitive hourly rates and opportunities for overtime
• Great benefits including pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts
• Career progression, many of our colleagues have grown into engineering, driving, and management roles
• A supportive, inclusive working environment where your wellbeing matters

Our working environment

Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer. Across our depots, we foster a welcoming environment where everyone is treated with respect and supported to thrive. You’ll have access to employee networks, wellbeing resources, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your family.

Ready to make a difference behind the scenes?

Click apply now and start your Stagecoach journey today. We can’t wait to welcome you on board.

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.

Location:

Stagecoach Guildford Unit 7, Riverway Industrial Estate, Peasmarsh, Guildford Guildford GU3 1LZ