Position: Garage Labourer

Location: Aberdeen

Working Hours: 08.00-16.00 Monday-Friday - 38hours per week

Hourly Rate: £12.56

Welcome to First Bus Engineering

Hello. 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

Do you want to be part of our energetic team of Cleaners, Engineers and maintenance staff that look after our fleet of vehicles? If yes, then this Garage Labourer position could just be the job for you! We will also provide you with PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) so no need to worry about being safe/protected or having the right kit for the job!

What will you be doing?

• Maintaining depot standards of cleanliness on the garage floor and outdoor yard
• Maintain accurate records for all aspects of cleaning standards and performance
• Assist in moving cleaning and engineering supplies to correct location in depot
• Identifying any day-to-day issues in the depot and escalating key issues or concerns to your line manager

Skills & Experience

• Preferably 6 months of cleaning experience
• Preferably hold a full UK drivers' licence, although not mandatory.
• Preferably a forklift license for moving heavy objects, also not mandatory, but would be advantageous

Rewards & Benefits

• Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support
• We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc
• Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass
• Cycle to work scheme
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Enhanced maternity / paternity pay
• Flexible working

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strain 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.