Go-Ahead London

Yard Controller (Cover Role).

Job ID
2025-1982
Position Type
Temporary

Who are we

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 — either from the driver team or operational support staff — 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

 

 

 

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