Vehicle Body Repairer

Vehicle Body Repairer

Closing date: 31 March 2024

Location: Dublin

Calling all qualified Vehicle Body Repairers to join Dublin Bus’s exciting transition to hybrid and electric vehicles.

Dublin Bus is the largest Public Transport provider in Ireland, our purpose is to deliver high quality public transport services which meet the needs of people, support the economic growth of our city and also meet our social and environmental aspirations which are representative of a progressive European capital city. Dublin Bus is a provider of sustainable mobility solutions. We are committed to the reduction of emissions, congestion, and energy usage.

Vehicle Body Repairer, Engineering Department

Reporting to the Engineering Manager.

12 Month Fixed-Term Contract (with a view to a permanent contract of employment).

Competitive Salary

€39,507 - €46,975 on an 8 year pay scale

Shift

Monday to Friday, 08.00hrs to 16.30hrs.

Areas of responsibility (but not limited to)

• Remove and fit panels (bonded and non-bonded).

• Repair panels including filling, sanding, feathering, masking and painting to match original.

• Repair or replace interior components, i.e. seat frame assemblies, lighting, interior panels, flooring etc.

• Repair or replace glass components i.e. windscreens and windows – gasket and bonded.

• Repair vehicle body structure damage due to accident, wear and tear, corrosion etc.

• Diagnose and repair defects (body / electrical / mechanical) in all systems installed in vehicle bodywork including door, ramp, heating / demisting, ventilation, air conditioning, destination / numeral display, wipers, driver’s cab and equipment, lighting (internal and external), passenger information equipment etc.

Benefits

• Tool allowance - €7.62 per week.

• Annual Attendance Bonus - €250 (tax free).

• Annual bus pass and other travel concessions.

• Job security.

• Career development and progression.

• Personal Protective Equipment.

• Laundry service included for Personal Protective Equipment.

• Employee Assistance Programme.

Benefits on Appointment

• Access to a defined pension scheme.

• Access to a Medical (GP) Scheme – Employee, spouse and children can avail of a GP.

• Access to the CIE Welfare Scheme.

• Access to the Education Support Scheme – Supporting employees to return to part time education.

Qualifications/Requirements to apply for the role

National Craft Certificate for the trade of Vehicle Body Repairer awarded by SOLAS/Department of Education following the successful completion of a recognised SOLAS apprenticeship – Or equivalent to this level 6 qualification, in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland.

OR

Advanced Certificate – Craft awarded by FETAC following the successful completion of a recognised SOLAS apprenticeship - Or equivalent to this level 6 qualification, in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland.

Other requirements

• Over 21 (to comply with D licence regulation).

• Fluent spoken and written English.

How to Apply

You can apply via the Dublin Bus E-Recruitment Site - click APPLY NOW to be re-directed there.