Job Description

Who are we

Job Title: Yard Controller - Cover Role

Closing Date Thursday 16th April.

Location: Morden Wharf Garage

Looking for a new challenge or a chance to step up and support your garage?

We’re offering an opportunity for a current Morden Wharf employee to take on a Yard Controller (Cover Role) on a flexible, as-needed basis.

This role supports the garage during holidays, sickness, or busy operational periods, and may involve working at other depots if required. It’s a great way to gain experience in a key safety-focused role and develop your leadership potential.

What the Role Involves:

• Vehicle & Yard Oversight: Manage vehicle and pedestrian movements, ensuring all safety procedures are followed.
• Safety Leadership: Ensure proper use of PPE, designated walkways, and address unsafe practices.
• Bus Allocation & Dispatch: Oversee safe and timely bus departures and parking within the yard.
• Incident Response: Report serious incidents promptly to the relevant manager.
• Cross-Team Coordination: Work with Engineering, Operations, and Performance teams to manage vehicle availability and resolve issues quickly.
• Tranzaura Checks: Monitor and audit pre-service inspections and ensure data is up to date.
• Service Impact Monitoring: Communicate delays or issues to iBus and help ensure service continuity.

Who Might This Suit?

• Someone who is confident managing vehicle movement in a busy yard
• A safety-focused, proactive team member who communicates well under pressure
• An individual keen to gain operational and leadership experience
• Flexible and dependable, with a willingness to work shifts or cover at other locations when needed

What You’ll Gain:

• Experience in a high-responsibility, safety-critical role
• A deeper understanding of daily service operations and vehicle flow
• A great development step toward further supervisory opportunities

Interested?

We’re keen to hear from those who are enthusiastic, committed, and ready to take on a new challenge!