About First Bus:

Are you ready to advance your career with one of the UK's leading bus operators? Join a forward-thinking company that embraces cutting-edge bus technology, from innovative mobile apps to environmentally friendly vehicles. We are passionate about delivering passenger journeys that are sustainable, comfortable, and efficient. We are at the forefront of innovation in the industry, connecting communities and shaping the future of public transport.

Position: Stores Assistant

Location: Norwich, Roundtree Way

Contract: 39 hours per week, permanent position

Working Hours: 7:30am-4pm Mon-Thurs, 8am-3:30pm Fri

Salary: £30753.81 per annum

About the Role

As a Stores Assistant at First Bus, you'll play a key part in supporting our engineering teams to help keep things running smoothly for our depots our customers. You'll manage all incoming and outgoing materials in the Engineering Stores department, in an organised and efficient manner, providing a key role within the overall team.

If you have commercial vehicle parts advisory/stock management experience, then we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• You'll be responsible for ensuring that vehicle parts and fuel are available to meet the depot's operational needs

• You'll stay informed of any changes to the fleet and adjust stock levels accordingly

• Follow procedures for bulk fuel deliveries and accurately reconciling fuel stocks

• Ensure stores areas are kept clean and tidy, and stock is stored in a secure, safe, and efficient manner

• Support the Area Stores Manager to monitor and manage stock usage, liaising with close by depots

• Maintain relevant business IT systems to accurately records all aspects of stock management

About You

• A clean UK driving licence would be beneficial for this role as you may be required to travel between our Norwich and Kings Lynn depots once per week (travel costs will be reimbursed)

• Commercial vehicle parts advisory and/or stock management experience would be beneficial for this role however we do provide extensive training

• IT literate with a strong attention to detail

• Availability for overnight travel to role specific training courses

We put a big focus on physical and mental well-being 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.

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.

Rewards

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

Equal Opportunities

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.