Bus Coachbuilder: Collision & Bodywork Specialist

FirstGroup; Slough; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstGroup plc, the UK transport leader, is seeking an NVQ Level 3 qualified Coachbuilder to join our busy First Bus Slough Depot. PSV/HGV bodywork experience is valuable, but we welcome candidates with any light vehicle bodywork or accident repair background who want to build on their skills.

This full-time role is 40 hours per week, Mon–Fri 8am–4pm, paying £23.11 per hour (£48,068 per year). A UK driving licence is required, and background checks will be conducted as part of our recruitment

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) with proven coachbuilding/body repair experience.
• Welding experience is desirable.
• Experience in vehicle accident repair and painting.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Conducting accident bodywork repairs and diagnosing any faults.
• Performing collision and vandalism repairs, including windows, panel and fibreglass work.
• Interior repairs on seating and flooring and air operated door systems.
• Paint preparation and any minor bodywork paint repairs and touch ups.
• Addressing routine inspection findings and defect cards.
• Documenting repairs for third-party insurance claims.

Skills

Accident repair

Body repair

Driving license

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Welding

Painting

Fibreglass work

Job description

FirstGroup plc, the UK transport leader, is seeking an NVQ Level 3 qualified Coachbuilder to join our busy First Bus Slough Depot. PSV/HGV bodywork experience is valuable, but we welcome candidates with any light vehicle bodywork or accident repair background who want to build on their skills.

This full-time role is 40 hours per week, Mon–Fri 8am–4pm, paying £23.11 per hour (£48,068 per year). A UK driving licence is required, and background checks will be conducted as part of our recruitment