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At Specialist Passenger Solutions (SPS) we are dedicated to providing the perfect journey.

SPS was formed in 2016 and serves the passenger transport needs of the EDF Nuclear Project at Hinkley Point C (HPC) in Bridgwater, the largest construction project in Europe. We are the only transport provider for the thousands of people who go to the construction site daily to work or visit. We are now bringing this experience to Sizewell C in Suffolk, providing safe, reliable, and efficient transport for its workforce.

We are first and foremost a people business with our colleagues and clients at our heart. We bring together an exceptional mix of people to provide specialist passenger transport solutions, delivering excellence in all that we do.

We continue to invest in our people, our services and state-of-the-art technology as we look to improve our customers’ experiences. Our drivers undergo rigorous training focused on safety, responsibility, and customer service, ensuring those on board have an enjoyable journey.

SPS is a division of First Bus.

Location: Ipswich, Ransomes

Hours: 39 hour contract, starting from 3pm, 5 days a week

Pay: £15.10 per hour

We have an opportunity to join our Vehicle Presentation Team (VPT) (Cleaning Team) as a Working Supervisor at our Ipswich depot. Our buses are all new and clean!

The main scope of the role is to be responsible for the supervising of the VPT team members, including rota management and task allocation. You will also ensure the quality of cleanliness of the PCV vehicle fleet is maintained by ensuring that all cleaning and associated work is completed within the specified period and meets the company standards.

This will ensure we consistently deliver a great service every day, exceeding passenger expectations and ensuring the passengers receive a safe, reliable and clean service.

If you’re ready to make a difference and deliver exceptional standards, apply today and become an essential part of our team!
 

Key Responsibilities 

• Leading and managing the VPT team, supervising all operational activities
• Actively championing all health & safety and security guidelines and procedures, whilst ensuring all employees comply with the expected standards
• Identifying and resolving daily cleanliness concerns
• Ensuring the VPT team members undertake the daily safety message
• Maintaining the cleanliness of the fleet to the highest standard by ensuring that all cleaning and associated work is completed within the specified period
• Ensuring that appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn in appropriate areas
• Ensuring that there is an accurate and concise record of vehicle cleans and that active steps are taken to target underperforming areas
• Working in a clean and tidy manner by ensuring debris is not left for others to clean up and that equipment is in a clean and proper state at the end of each shift and is returned to the appropriate storage place
• Following appropriate COSHH guidelines when using cleaning materials and chemicals
• Ensuring the health, safety, security, welfare, and environmental arrangements for yourself, customers and colleagues. This includes attendance at safety briefings and training as required, and fully understanding emergency evacuation plans.
• Ensuring all accidents/incidents are reported using the Company's reporting procedure
   

Essential:
•    Experience working flexible hours

•    Able to clean in smaller spaces - between seats on the bus etc.
•    Driving license + own vehicle to get to work due to working hours
•    Supervisory experience

Desirable:
• Previous cleaning experience
• Health & Safety knowledge
• CSCS/CITB/CCNSG
• COSHH
• First Aid

Benefits:

• Annual pay review

• Smart health cover - our award-winning employee assistance program offers 24/7 confidential support for you and your family

• Pension – 5% contributory pension matched by us

• Employee retail discount scheme

• Free bus travel & significantly reduced rail travel for you & your family member

• Life assurance

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

• Discounted Gym membership

All employees must be willing to undergo the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check and obtain a DBS certificate. These checks help ensure the honesty and integrity of individuals working at a Nuclear Licensed Site or with sensitive nuclear information.

SPS Bus welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age.