Welcome to First Bus Engineering
We're one of the country's largest bus operators – and our engineering teams are working at the forefront of bus technology. Nationwide, we are investing in state-of-the-art new buses, and in the workshops and people that service them. A First Bus depot is the perfect environment to continue growing your engineering know-how. We will support your ongoing development and provide a career path to follow.
About the role
We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Night Shift Coachbuilder/Body Man to join our busy mechanical engineering team.
The primary responsibilities include:
* Conducting accident bodywork repairs
* Window repairs
* Diagnosing body faults
* Performing collision and vandalism repairs
* Addressing routine inspection findings and defect cards
* Painting minor bodywork repairs
* Handling fibreglass bodywork
* Documenting repairs for third-party insurance claims
We'll provide your overalls and equipment needed to get the job done.
Location: Halifax-Elmwood
Hourly Rate: £20.54
Working Shift Patterns: 4 over 7, Tuesday to Friday, 20:30 - 06:00
About you
* Do you have a minimum level 3 NVQ standard or equivalent, with proven coach building experience?
* Do you have welding experience?
* Must hold a Category B Driving Licence
* Have you working experience in vehicle accident repair and painting for PSV/HGV vehicles?
* A PCV licence isn't essential; we can support you in gaining it.
Rewards & Benefits
* Free travel on our buses for you and your family
* First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
* Discounted train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
* Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
* Cycle to work scheme
We put a big focus on physical and mental well-being at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.
Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.
Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.
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