Bus Depot Service Assistant Supervisor (Cleaning & Refuelling)

431 Stagecoach (South) Limited; Chichester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

25 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts

Job summary

Stagecoach is looking for a Bus Depot Service Assistant Supervisor at Chichester Depot to lead a small team responsible for cleaning, refuelling and repositioning buses to keep the fleet safe and road-ready. The role demands hands-on leadership and commitment to depot standards.

The position offers 40 hours per week on a rolling shift pattern (5 days in 7), with generous benefits including a pension, 25 days holiday, and free travel for you and a companion. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Strong team leadership with ability to lead by example.
• Hands-on approach to refuelling, cleaning and vehicle repositioning.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid UK driving licence; PSV licence preferable and training provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of Fuellers/Shunters/Cleaners.
• Assist with cleaning, refuelling and repositioning vehicles as needed.
• Organise daily task allocation and complete job sheets and reports.
• Plan weekly shift cover and monitor performance.
• Ensure health and depot safety standards are met.
• Coordinate with management for smooth depot operations.

Skills

Leadership

Hands-on

Team player

Driving licence

PSV licence training

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Salary Circa £30500 per annum, 40hrs per week, rolling shifts 5 days in 7, 16:30 - 00:30 Bus Depot Service Assistant Supervisor (Cleaning, Shunting & Refuelling) Based at our Chichester depot, located at Basin Road Pay rate of circa £30500 per annum Late shifts - 5 days in 7

Looking for a hands‑on role where you can lead a team and take pride in keeping our fleet safe, clean, and road‑ready? We’re looking for a proactive and dependable Bus Depot Service Assistant Supervisor (Cleaning, Shunting & Refuelling) to join our team at Chichester depot. In this role, you’ll work alongside a dedicated crew, helping to refuel, clean, and position our buses, while taking on a leadership role to make sure everything runs smoothly, safely, and to the highest standards.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading a small team of Fuellers/Shunters/Cleaners
• Supporting the team by stepping in to clean, refuel, and reposition vehicles when needed
• Organising daily task allocation and ensuring job sheets and reports are completed accurately
• Planning weekly shift cover, monitoring performance, and supporting improvements
• Ensuring all work meets health and safety requirements and depot standards
• Liaising with management to ensure a smooth and efficient depot operation

What we’re looking for:

• A strong team player who’s also confident taking the lead
• A hands-on attitude and willingness to support the team on the ground
• A keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• A valid UK driving licence (PSV licence preferable and we’ll provide training to move vehicles within the depot)
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern, including weekends

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, 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.

We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.

Location: Stagecoach Chichester Depot Basin Road Chichester PO19 8DG

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