Bus Depot Service Assistant (Cleaning & Refuelling)

Salary

Circa £29300 per annum - 40hrs per week - average working hours 16:00hrs to 01:00am - rolling shift pattern 5 days in 7

Bus Depot Service Assistant (Cleaning & Refuelling) 

• Based at our Portsmouth depot, located at Walton Road.

• Pay rate of circa £29300 per annum

• 40hrs per week, rolling shift pattern, 5 days in 7

  

Looking for a hands-on role where every day is different, and you can take pride in the work you do? 

  

At Stagecoach, our Bus Depot Service Assistants play a vital behind-the-scenes role in keeping our buses clean, safe, and ready to hit the road. You’ll be an essential part of a supportive team that helps make sure thousands of people get to where they need to be, every single day. 

  

What you’ll be doing: 

   

• Fuelling and oiling our fleet of 87 buses.

• Driving (shunting) vehicles safely around the depot and parking them correctly 

• Cleaning the interior and exterior of our vehicles, including deep cleans and under-chassis washes using approved equipment 

• Keeping our premises tidy and hygienic, including washrooms 

• Carrying out vehicle changeovers, breakdown support, and collecting/delivering vehicles or parts when needed 

• Logging fuel and oil usage and completing daily checks on equipment 

• Supporting your team and contributing to a safe, efficient depot operation 

  

What we’re looking for: 

  

• A PCV licence preferrable. Full UK driving licence essential.

• A positive, can-do attitude and pride in doing a job well 

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to keeping things clean and safe 

• A team player who communicates clearly and supports others 

• Willingness to learn – we’ll train you on everything you need to know 

  

Why choose Stagecoach? 

  

• Full training provided, including health & safety, equipment use and cleaning standards 

• Competitive hourly rates and opportunities for overtime 

• Great benefits including pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, free travel for you and a partner, and a wide range of discounts 

• Career progression, many of our colleagues have grown into engineering, driving, and management roles 

• A supportive, inclusive working environment where your wellbeing matters 

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.

Location:

Stagecoach Portsmouth Depot Walton Road, Farlington, Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 1TU