Nightshift Coachbuilder: Bus Body Repair & Paint

First Group; Leeds; Sur place; GBP 25 000 - 35 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health plans

Travel discounts

Pension

Holidays

Free bus pass (discounts)

Onsite parking

Résumé du poste

First Bus Leeds – Hunslet Park depot is seeking a qualified Coachbuilder for a nightshift role, working on large vehicles with interior and exterior bodywork. PSV/HGV experience is valued, but candidates with light bodywork or accident repair background are encouraged.

A Level 3 NVQ and a valid UK licence are essential. The role involves accident repairs, panel work, seating and flooring repairs, paint touch-ups and documenting repairs for insurance claims.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) with coachbuilding/body repair experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred but not essential.
• Welding experience required.
• Experience in vehicle accident repair and painting.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Responsabilités

• Conduct accident bodywork repairs and diagnose faults.
• Perform collision and vandalism repairs, including windows and panels.
• Interior repairs on seating, flooring and door systems.
• Paint preparation and minor bodywork touch-ups.
• Address routine inspection findings and defect cards.
• Document repairs for third‑party insurance claims.

Connaissances

Welding experience

Vehicle body repair

Nightshift supervision

UK driving licence

Formation

Level 3 NVQ (Coachbuilding/Body Repair) or equivalent

Description du poste

First Bus Leeds – Hunslet Park depot is seeking a qualified Coachbuilder for a nightshift role, working on large vehicles with interior and exterior bodywork. PSV/HGV experience is valued, but candidates with light bodywork or accident repair background are encouraged.

A Level 3 NVQ and a valid UK licence are essential. The role involves accident repairs, panel work, seating and flooring repairs, paint touch-ups and documenting repairs for insurance claims.