Shunter / Cleaner - Hourly

282 Cambus Limited; Bedford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Stagecoach travel for you and a伴?

Competitive pay with overtime

Pension and holiday entitlement

Job summary

Stagecoach Bedford Depot is seeking a Bus Shunter / Cleaner to help keep our fleet of ~60 vehicles clean, fuelled, and ready for service. You will work late shifts at Bedford Depot, joining a close-knit team to maintain high presentation and vehicle readiness standards.

The role offers hands-on work, clear duties, and a focus on safety, cleanliness, and efficiency, with opportunities for overtime and staff benefits. Full training is provided.

Qualifications

• A positive and reliable team player with a strong work ethic.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in cleaning, vehicle presentation, facilities, logistics, or a similar operational environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in high standards.
• Proactive and able to work independently when required.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Full UK driving licence desirable; PCV licence encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Fueling buses as they return to the depot after service.
• Washing and cleaning the exterior of vehicles to maintain high presentation standards.
• Safely parking and shunting buses around the depot.
• Sweeping and cleaning vehicle interiors.
• Carrying out interior, exterior, engine bay, and under-chassis cleaning of company vehicles.
• Cleaning depot facilities, including offices, workshops, welfare areas, and other operational spaces.
• Completing and maintaining accurate records, including fuel records, cleaning schedules, and vehicle information.
• Carrying out regular checks on cleaning equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Following all Stagecoach safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive

Health and safety

UK driving licence

PCV licence encouraged

Job description

Salary £13.91 Bus Shunter & Cleaner Location: Bedford Depot Pay Rate: £13.91 per hour Hours: Late shifts, any 5 days from 7

Are you looking for a hands-on role where you can help keep our fleet safe, clean, and ready for service? At Stagecoach, presentation and vehicle readiness play a vital role in delivering a safe, welcoming, and professional experience for our customers. We're looking for a reliable and proactive Bus Shunter / Cleaner to join our team at Bedford Depot. Working as part of a close-knit team, you'll be responsible for fuelling, washing, parking, and cleaning our fleet of approximately 60 vehicles, helping to ensure they are ready for service each day.

What you'll be doing

• Fueling buses as they return to the depot after service.
• Washing and cleaning the exterior of vehicles to maintain high presentation standards.
• Safely parking and shunting buses around the depot.
• Sweeping and cleaning vehicle interiors.
• Carrying out interior, exterior, engine bay, and under-chassis cleaning of company vehicles.
• Cleaning depot facilities, including offices, workshops, welfare areas, and other operational spaces.
• Completing and maintaining accurate records, including fuel records, cleaning schedules, and vehicle information.
• Carrying out regular checks on cleaning equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Following all Stagecoach safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

What we're looking for

• A positive and reliable team player with a strong work ethic.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience in cleaning, vehicle presentation, facilities, logistics, or a similar operational environment would be advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.
• A proactive approach to work and the ability to work independently when required.
• A good understanding of health and safety practices.
• A full UK driving licence is desirable.
• PCV licence holders are encouraged to apply.

Why choose Stagecoach?

• Full training provided, including vehicle movements, health and safety, equipment use, and cleaning procedures.
• Competitive rates of pay with opportunities for overtime.
• Generous pension scheme and holiday entitlement.
• Free Stagecoach travel for you and a companion.
• Access to a wide range of retail, leisure, and lifestyle discounts.
• Excellent career development opportunities across engineering, operations, and management.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace where your wellbeing matters.

Our Working Environment

Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to thrive. You'll also have access to wellbeing resources, colleague networks, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.

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.

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 Bedford Depot St John's Street Bedford MK42 0DJ

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