Job Description
At Arriva UK Bus, we’re proud to connect people and communities across the country — from London to Liverpool, Birmingham to Bradford, and the many towns and cities in between. Every year, millions of journeys are made on our buses, helping people get to work, school, and the places that matter most.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and reliable Cleaner / Fueller / Shunter to join our dedicated team at our Gillingham depot.
This role is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in the bus and transport industry. With full training and development provided, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience that could lead to future roles such as PCV Driver or Engineer.
What You’ll Be Doing
Working on a rotating shift pattern (5 days over 7, including weekends), you’ll play a key role in ensuring our vehicles are clean, fuelled, and ready for service each day.
Your responsibilities will include:
Driving vehicles through the bus wash and parking them safely
Cleaning all vehicle types, including sweeping, mopping, litter removal, and deep cleans where required
Re-fuelling vehicles and topping up AdBlue
Keeping the fuelling area clean, tidy, and free from hazards
Carrying out depot cleaning tasks, including daily sweeping and mopping
Following all company and statutory health & safety procedures
Working as part of a supportive team to maintain high standards across the depot
What We’re Looking For
Previous cleaning or vehicle handling experience is helpful, but full training is provided
A strong team player with good communication skills
Full UK manual driving license (6 points or fewer)
Ability to pass a PCV pre-employment medical
A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
What Arriva Can Offer You
£14.29 per hour
Full-time, permanent role
Career progression opportunities within driving, engineering, or operations
1-to-1 mentoring and supported development
Access to training courses and industry-recognized qualifications
Free bus travel for you and one nominated household member
Access to Arriva Village — retail discounts worth up to £1,200 per year
20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Arriva workplace pension
Interested?
If you’re ready to take the first step in a rewarding career with Arriva, please apply today.