Bus Shunter
| Company: | West Coast Motors |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.16 per hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | G21 2QA |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 2 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 1 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Are you someone who takes pride in a job well done? Do you enjoy working independently, staying active and helping keep operations running smoothly behind the scenes?
We are looking for a reliable and safety-conscious
Bus Shunter to join our team in Glasgow. This is an important role that helps ensure our buses are clean, safe and ready for service each day.
Working as part of our depot team, you will be responsible for moving vehicles around the depot, preparing them for cleaning, fuelling and maintenance, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness across our fleet. Your work will play a vital part in helping us deliver a safe and reliable service to our customers.
What you'll be doing
- Safely manoeuvring buses around the depot and designated parking areas
- Positioning vehicles for cleaning, refuelling and maintenance activities
- Carrying out basic depot housekeeping and yard duties as required
- Reporting any vehicle defects, damage or safety concerns
- Following all company health and safety procedures
- Helping ensure vehicles are ready for the following day's service
What we're looking for
- A full UK driving licence and either previous experience of shunting buses or other large vehicles, or a valid PCV driving licence with Category D entitlement.
- A strong commitment to safety and following procedures
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness
- A reliable and dependable approach to work
- Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends
- The ability to carry out a role which involves regular walking, standing, bending and working both indoors and outdoors
What we offer
- A permanent, secure position with a long-established company
- Competitive rates of pay
- Overtime opportunities, with sixth-day working paid at time and a half
- 30 days holiday
- Free travel for you and your family across our network
- Company pension scheme
- Uniform and PPE provided
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
Join Our Team
If you're looking for a practical, hands-on role where you can make a real contribution to keeping our fleet moving, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of a team that helps keep Glasgow moving.
Safety is at the heart of what we do. As a safety-critical business, all roles play a part in keeping our people and passengers safe, and offers of employment are subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
West Coast Motors is an equal opportunities employer, and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.
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