Bus Fleet Operative

Job description

My client is hiring a D License Fleet Operative to join their busy maintenance team in Cork City.

Any driving/vehicle work experience is a distinct advantage.

🕐 Working Hours: 39-hour week (shift patterns vary by location)
💶 Salary: Starting at €33,078.36, rising to €39,252.81

About the Role

As a Fleet Operative, you’ll play a vital role in keeping the fleet running smoothly – ensuring all vehicles are clean, fuelled, and ready for service. Working alongside skilled mechanics, you’ll support the maintenance team with a variety of operational and workshop tasks that help maintain the company’s high standards for safety, reliability, and presentation.

Working Hours & Shift Patterns

We offer a flexible and varied working schedule designed to meet operational needs while supporting work-life balance.

• Most Fleet Operatives work Monday to Friday, 8:00-16:00
• Some locations operate night shifts and weekend rotations
• One site follows a 4 days on / 3 days off roster with 10-hour shifts
• Overall, it’s a 39-hour working week, though shift patterns vary depending on location and current requirements

What You’ll Do

• Refuel and check oil, water, and fluid levels on all vehicle types
• Wash, clean, and present vehicles to company standards
• Carry out shunting and vehicle movements as required
• Perform light maintenance tasks under the supervision of a Foreman or Team Leader

What We’re Looking For

✅ Essential:

• Previous experience in a vehicle, fleet, or depot maintenance environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices

✅ Desirable (Not Essential):

• Category D (Bus) Licence – an advantage but not required
• Willingness to obtain a D licence after joining (the company provides full driver training and test support; candidates must secure their own provisional D licence)
• Basic mechanical or technical knowledge

Why Join?

• Full-time, permanent position with job security and many benefits such as pension, travel etc.
• Competitive pay from €33,078.36 – €39,252.81, depending on experience