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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: INVER COACHES LTD As a Bus Yard Worker / Mechanic Helper, you will assist the mechanic with preventative and breakdown maintenance tasks for coaches to ensure a high standard of reliability for the fleet. Along with this you will keep the coaches clean to provide a high standard of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for working safely under the direction of the mechanic.
• Clean buses, including interior and exterior washing.
• Check fluid levels.
• Perform basic safety checks (lights, mirrors, tyres, visible leaks) and report issues, damage, or concerns to the mechanic.
• Maintain cleanliness of the yard and work areas.
• Assist mechanics with routine maintenance and repairs.
• Perform basic maintenance support tasks under supervision.
• Follow safety rules when working around heavy vehicles and equipment.
• Help document maintenance work as directed.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Basic mechanical knowledge and willingness to learn vehicle systems.
• Ability to use hand tools and basic shop equipment safely.
• Understanding of safety procedures around heavy vehicles and machinery.
• Physical ability to perform manual labour (lifting, bending, standing for extended periods).
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Time management and ability to complete tasks efficiently.
• Teamwork and communication skills to work with mechanic and drivers.
• Basic record-keeping skills.

Desirable Skills

• Previous experience of mechanical tasks.

Further Information

The Employer is: INVER COACHES LTD JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.