Application Details
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Job Description
Apply at the Dublin Bus E‑Recruitment Site. Dublin Bus is the largest public transport provider in Ireland. We have over 1,000 buses that need to be cleaned, vacuumed, refuelled and put back on the road almost 24 hours a day. We are looking for people who will maintain our buses safely and efficiently and who will make every effort to ensure our customers have a positive experience of Dublin Bus.
All successful applicants may be required to work day, night or rotating shifts depending on the staffing requirements of their location and will be required to drive all company vehicles.
Engineering Operative, Engineering Department: Reporting to the Engineering Manager. 6‑Month fixed‑term contract (with a view to a permanent contract of employment). Starting salary: €558.40 per week rising to €625.73 based on an 8‑year pay scale with shift premium applicable for night and shift work (up to 30 % of basic pay), from January 2025.
Responsibilities
Shunt buses around yard (cleaning, refuelling, parking, etc.)
Battery maintenance, greasing, refuelling, and changing oil on buses
Cleaning and vacuuming buses and premises (including chassis cleaning)
Undertaking minor repairs and maintenance tasks on buses
Qualifications and Requirements
Valid, clean Category B Irish driving licence – no endorsements OR Valid, clean Category D Irish driving licence – no endorsements
Age 21 + (to comply with D licence regulation)
Fluent spoken and written English desirable
Availability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, public holidays, and rotating shifts depending on staffing requirements
NDLS Driver statement (to request this please contact the NDLS on 0818 700 800)
Benefits
Enviable level of job security
Medical (GP) Scheme
Excellent Pension Scheme
Subsidies
Travel facilities
How to Apply
You can apply via the Dublin Bus E‑Recruitment Site, click the Search button to find the Engineering Operative online application form. If you are having problems submitting your engineering operative application online, please contact jobs@dublinbus.ie; we will provide assistance to submit your application form.
Please make sure to include copies of the front and back of your driving licence with your application form; scans or photos will suffice. The online application form must be completed in full with copies of the applicant’s driving licence or it will not be processed. Applicants must meet minimum requirements for the role; shortlisting will apply. If you have any queries on this position, please don’t hesitate to contact us at jobs@dublinbus.ie.
Dublin Bus is an equal opportunities employer.
Career Level
Not required
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