Bus and Pool Car Cleaner - Council HQ

Job Details

Grade: 1D

Hourly Rate:  £13.52

Salary: £17,624.27 per annum

Contract Duration: Permenant

 

Role Purpose

We’re looking for a reliable and detail‑focused Vehicle Cleaner to join the council’s Passenger Transport Team. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring our buses and pool vehicles are cleaned, sanitised, and ready to provide safe, comfortable, and dependable transport for staff and passengers.

If you take pride in maintaining high standards and enjoy hands‑on work, this is a great opportunity to support an essential public service.

 

What You’ll Do:

Clean the interior and exterior of buses and pool cars, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping surfaces, and removing litter.

Carry out regular sanitisation of high‑touch areas to maintain hygiene and safety.

Replenish vehicle supplies such as cleaning products, hand sanitiser, and disposable items.

Report any defects, damage, or maintenance issues promptly to your supervisor.

Use cleaning equipment and materials safely and store them securely.

Follow all health and safety procedures, including correct PPE use and safe chemical handling.

Work closely with operational teams to ensure vehicles are ready for scheduled use.

 

What You’ll Bring:

Experience in cleaning, vehicle preparation, or facilities work (desirable but not essential).

Ability to work independently, manage your time, and follow cleaning schedules.

Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering high standards.

Good understanding of health and safety practices.

Reliability, punctuality, and a positive approach to teamwork.

 

Working Conditions:

The role involves physical tasks such as bending, lifting, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Shift patterns may include early mornings, evenings, or weekends depending on operational needs.

You may be expected to move Pool Cars around locations throughout the Borders

 

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a supportive and dedicated Passenger Transport Team that keeps essential council services running smoothly.

Your work will directly contribute to a safe and comfortable environment for everyone who relies on our vehicles.

 

Essential

A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement of this post. * If you have a disability which precludes you from holding a drivers licence, Scottish Borders Council will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability. Should it be possible to make such an adjustment in order that you can undertake the travel responsibilities of the post, this will be taken into account in consideration for this role.

 

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Marcin Paszkiewicz by telephone on 07885286330 or by email at Martin.Paszkiewicz@scotborders.gov.uk

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.