Job Ref: WES1108
Branch: Borders Buses (Galashiels)
Location: Borders Buses (Galashiels), Galashiels
Salary/Benefits: £13.34 per hour
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 39 hours per week
Posted date: 19/09/2025
Closing date: 21/10/2025
We are currently recruiting for a reliable and safety-conscious Bus Shunter to join our team. This vital role ensures the smooth movement and positioning of buses within the depot, preparing them for service and assisting with basic checks.
Key responsibilities:
* Safely manoeuvre buses around the depot and designated parking areas ready for the next day
* Position vehicles for cleaning, refuelling and maintenance
* Cleaning of buses and coaches externally
* Some yard work/maintenance where required
* Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures at all times
What we're looking for:
* A full UK PVC licence is required for this role
* Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends
* You should be physically fit, have a keen eye for detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Benefits:
* A permanent, secure job
* Overtime opportunities – 6th day working is paid at time and a half
* 30 days holiday
* Free travel for you and your family
If you have the drive and determination to succeed in this role, we would love to hear from you.
Borders Buses is an equal opportunities employer and will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or age.
Borders Buses operate a network of bus routes across the Scottish Borders, Carlisle, East Lothian, Midlothian and Edinburgh area.