First Bus

Welcome to First Bus Engineering

We're one of the country's largest bus operators – and our engineering teams are working at the forefront of bus technology. Nationwide, we are investing in state-of-the-art new buses, and in the workshops and people that service them. A First Bus depot is the perfect environment to continue growing your engineering know-how. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.

About the Role - Stores Person

As a Stores Person, you'll help the Area Stores Manager run the depot stores smoothly. Your work will support the engineering team and help keep things running well for our customers. You'll deal with day-to-day problems in the stores and let your manager know about any important issues or concerns.

If you have commercial vehicle parts advisory/stock management experience then we'd love to hear from you!

What will you be doing?

• Support the Area Stores Manager to ensure optimum management of material and fuel stocks, and the accurate and timely processing of warranty claims
• You'll be responsible for ensuring that vehicle parts and fuel are available to meet the depot's operational needs
• You'll stay informed of any changes to the fleet and adjust stock levels accordingly
• This includes following procedures for bulk fuel deliveries and accurately reconciling fuel stocks
• Ensure stores areas are kept clean and tidy, and stock is stored in a secure, safe, and efficient manner
• Support the Area Stores Manager to monitor and manage stock usage
• Maintain relevant business systems to accurately records all aspects of stock management

Location: Norwich - Roundtree Way

Working Hours: 39 per week - Monday-Friday 06:00-14:00

Pay: £14.84 p/h £30100 p/a

About you

• Must be a UK resident and provide proof of Right to Work
• Commercial vehicle parts advisory/stock management experience would be beneficial
• A clean UK driving licence would be beneficial for this role as you may move stock between depots

Rewards & Benefits

• Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support
• We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc
• Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass
• Cycle to work scheme
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Enhanced maternity / paternity pay
• Flexible working

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strain of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.