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

We are currently seeking a Shunter (Nightshift) to join our busy team in our Bristol Hengrove Depot. We'll provide your PPE and equipment needed to get the job done. 

Your day-to-day responsibilities will be:

• Fuelling, parking and shunting vehicles
• Move vehicles to and from other depots
• Take vehicles to chassis wash and Mot
• Collect parts from other depots when required
• Maintain the yard area, toilets, assisting with cleaning when required and any other duties requested
• If you are successful, you will be trained how to use the depot forklift

Location: Bristol – Hengrove

Working Pattern: Nightshift 5 days over 7, 11pm-6.36am

Salary: £13.58

About you 

• At least 6 months of cleaning experience
• Experience of using hand tools and cleaning equipment
• You must have a right to work in the UK
• Must hold a full driving licence

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
• Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme
• Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing 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.