PCV Shunter

Go-Ahead London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment

Company pension

Training & development

Free/discounted TfL travel

Career progression

Supportive environment

Job summary

Go-Ahead London is seeking a reliable PCV Shunter to help keep our fleet ready for service. You will move buses within depots, refuel, inspect, and coordinate with other teams to maintain presentation standards.

This role offers permanent employment in a busy garage environment with opportunities for career progression, including driver development and other operational roles. Applicants should hold a full UK PCV licence, be able to work evenings and weekends, and demonstrate strong safety

Qualifications

• A full UK PCV licence is required.
• Experience driving large vehicles in confined spaces.
• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, professional attitude.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Good level of physical fitness.

Responsibilities

• Safely manoeuvre buses within the garage and depot.
• Position vehicles per parking plans and allocator instructions.
• Refuel and perform basic fluid checks.
• Conduct visual inspections and report defects or safety concerns.
• Move buses for cleaning, maintenance and workshop activities.
• Coordinate with cleaning teams to meet presentation standards.
• Maintain records of vehicle movements and fuelling.
• Follow health, safety, environmental and operational procedures.

Skills

Safety conscious

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Independent working

Physical fitness

Education

Full UK PCV licence

Job description

Join Go-Ahead London

Go-Ahead London is one of the capital's leading bus operators, helping keep London moving every day. We are looking for reliable, safety-conscious, and motivated individuals to join our Asset Presentation team as PCV Shunters.

Who Are We

Go-Ahead London is one of the capital's leading bus operators, helping keep London moving every day. We are looking for reliable, safety-conscious, and motivated individuals to join our Asset Presentation team as PCV Shunters.

This is an excellent opportunity for a PCV licence holder looking for a stable role within a professional transport environment, with career development opportunities including progression into bus driving and other operational roles.

Role:

PCV Shunter

Location:

Various Locations Across London

Salary:

£16.03 per hour

Contract:

Permanent

The Role

As a PCV Shunter, you will play an important part in ensuring our fleet is fuelled, clean, correctly positioned, and ready for service. Working within a busy garage environment, you will safely move buses around the depot, support vehicle preparation activities, and help maintain the high standards expected across our operation.

No two days are the same, and you'll work closely with engineering, cleaning, and operational teams to keep services running smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely manoeuvre buses within the garage and depot environment
• Position vehicles in accordance with parking plans and allocator instructions
• Refuel vehicles and carry out basic fluid checks
• Conduct visual inspections and report any defects, damage, or safety concerns
• Move buses for cleaning, maintenance, and workshop activities
• Liaise with cleaning teams to ensure buses meet presentation standards
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle movements and fuelling activities
• Follow all health, safety, environmental, and operational procedures
• Support the effective day-to-day running of garage operations

About You

• A full UK PCV licence
• Experience or confidence driving large vehicles in confined spaces
• A strong commitment to safety and attention to detail
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A reliable and professional attitude
• The ability to work independently and use initiative
• A flexible approach to working shifts, including evenings and weekends
• A good level of physical fitness, as the role can be active and physically demanding

What We Offer

• Permanent employment with a leading London bus operator
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Free or discounted travel on TfL services
• Career progression opportunities, including training to become a Bus Driver
• Supportive and inclusive working environment

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a driving role. As a PCV Shunter, you'll be a vital part of keeping our fleet operating safely, efficiently, and on time. If you're looking for a long-term career with opportunities to develop and progress within the transport industry, we'd love to hear from you.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)

Go-Ahead London is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from women and from people of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented groups.

We are an equal opportunities employer and select candidates based on merit and ability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.