Cleaner

First Bus; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in Weston-super-Mare is seeking a diligent Cleaner to maintain the cleanliness of their fleet. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months of cleaning experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. Key responsibilities include cleaning buses and depot areas, sanitizing surfaces, and reporting maintenance issues. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.60, along with benefits such as free travel and a health cash plan.

Benefits

Free travel for employee and family

Health cash plan available

Discounted train travel

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months cleaning experience required.
• Ability to lift and move cleaning equipment as needed.
• Right to Work in the UK is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough cleaning of buses and depot premises.
• Wipe down and sanitize surfaces including seats and handrails.
• Report maintenance issues or damages observed during cleaning.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Good communication skills

Commitment to high standards

Job description

Welcome to First Bus Engineering

We're one of the country's largest bus operators – and our engineering teams are working at the forefront of bus technology. Nationwide, we are investing in state-of-the-art new buses, and in the workshops and people that service them. A First Bus depot is the perfect environment to continue growing your engineering know-how. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.

About the role

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Cleaner to join our team in Weston-Super-Mare. As a member of the Presentation Team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of our fleet, ensuring a pleasant experience for our passengers. The responsibilities of this role include assisting with the internal and external cleaning of buses and depot premises using specialised equipment and chemicals, as well as being able to work autonomously with initiative, and part of a team.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform thorough cleaning of buses
• Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors to ensure cleanliness
• Wipe down and sanitize surfaces, including seats, windows, and handrails
• Empty waste bins as needed
• Report any maintenance issues or damages observed during cleaning
• Follow safety and health regulations to maintain a safe working environment
• Assist with other cleaning duties as required

Location: Weston-super-Mare, BS23 3XP

Shift Patterns: 39 Hours per week, 5 over 7 late shifts 17:00-01:30

Hourly Rate: £12.60 p/h - £25,552.80 p/a

About you

• Do you have a minimum of 6 months cleaning experience?
• Can you work independently and efficiently?
• Do you have a strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of cleanliness?
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude
• Ability to lift and move cleaning equipment and supplies as needed
• Do you have Right to Work in the UK?

Rewards & Benefits

• Free travel on our buses for you and your family
• Simplyhealth - health cash plan is available to all employees of First Bus.
• MAPB scheme ( up to 15% of AS)
• First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
• Discounted train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, and Hull Trains
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Cycle to work scheme

We put a big focus on physical and mental well-being at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.