Bus Fueller/shunter

**We are looking for Backshift Bus Fueller/Shunters to join our busy Engineering Department across the Lothian Family in one of our City garages**

Engineering plays a critical part in helping us to provide a safe and reliable bus service for our customers. Our dedicated and highly skilled team of engineers ensure our vehicles are maintained to the highest standards and are regularly checked by VOSA and other regulatory bodies. We are proud to carry out all of our own maintenance and repairs onsite at our main garages across the city.

**What will you be doing?**

At the end of a busy day’s service, our drivers deliver our buses back to the garage and into the capable hands of our bus fueller/shunters. That’s where you come in.

Working as part of a team, you will be responsible for cleaning, fuelling and readying our buses for the next day. This involves safely and confidently moving buses around the garage, so this role is also an ideal starting point for any budding bus drivers You’ll need to hold a full UK driving licence when you join us but we can help you get your PCV in the future as part of the Lothian family.

You’ll work 5 days over 7 on a backshift rota (minimum 39 hours per week).

You will:

- Ensure the fleet is fuelled to meet service requirements.
- Ensure that the fleet is processed through the bus wash to maintain Company standards.
- Help with general housekeeping duties.
- Fully comply with all Health and Safety and Engineering legislation along with group policies.
- Fully comply with all relevant Engineering SOPs.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues and managers.
- Maintain and develop technical skills as required.

**Who are we looking for?**
- You must possess a full UK Driving Licence and the ability to hold a PCV in the future.
- Good communication skills both verbal and written.
- Good work ethic and attention to detail.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- A reasonable level of physical fitness.

**What can we offer you?**
- A competitive annual salary of £31,657
- 7 weeks’ annual leave
- FREE travel across our bus and tram network
- 90% discounted travel for a friend or family member
- Continual training and development
- Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee benefits, discounts and rewards
- Free on-site parking

We will also provide you with boots, overalls and specialist equipment so there’s no need to worry about being safe/protected or having the right kit for the job.

If you think you fit the bill then we'd love to hear from you The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 19th November 2023.