Shunter/Cleaner

Stagecoach Group; Tankerton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Overtime opportunities

Pension scheme

30 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Retail & leisure discounts

Job summary

Stagecoach Thanet Depot is hiring a Shunter / Cleaner to help keep our buses clean, safe and ready for service. The role includes driving, fuelling, parking and vehicle changeovers, with evening shifts starting at 16:00–17:00.

You will join a supportive team at Westwood Depot, Ramsgate, Kent, and receive full training, a competitive hourly rate, and benefits. This is a hands-on role with progression opportunities within Stagecoach.

Qualifications

• UK driving licence is required.
• Positive attitude and pride in doing a job well.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety.
• Team player who communicates clearly and supports others.
• Willingness to learn; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

UK Driving Licence

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Team player

Willingness to learn

Job description

Salary

You will be paid a basic annual salary of £28,290.60 per annum

Shunter / Cleaner

• Based at our Thanet depot
• Located at Westwood Garage, Margate Road, Ramsgate, Kent CT12 6SL
• Pay rate of £13.95 per hour
• Shift pattern: 39 hours a week, 5 out of 7 days.
• Evening job - start times will be 16:00, 16:30, 17:00

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 helping to maintain a modern fleet as our depots continue to evolve, with low‑emission and electric vehicles.

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 UK driving licence
• 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
• Benefits including generous pension scheme, 30 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts including retail & leisure
• 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?

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 Thanet Depot (Westwood) Margate Road Ramsgate Kent CT12 6SL