Welcome to First Bus Engineering

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

As a Stores Person, you'll help the Area Stores Manager run the depot stores smoothly. Your work will support the engineering team and help keep things running well for our customers.

You'll deal with day-to-day problems in the stores and let your manager know about any important issues or concerns.

This is a full-time role, working 37.5 hours each week, 06:00 - 14:00.

Annual salary: £28,938.00

What will you be doing?

• Support the Area Stores Manager to ensure optimum management of material and fuel stocks, and the accurate and timely processing of warranty claims
• 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.
• This includes following 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.
• Maintain relevant business systems to accurately records all aspects of stock management

About you 

• Must be a UK resident and provide proof of Right to Work.
• The successful candidate would ideally have commercial vehicle parts advisory/stock management experience.
• Hold a clean UK driving licence.

 Rewards & Benefits

• Free travel on our buses for you and your family 
• First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
• Discounted train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Cycle to work scheme

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.

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.