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Vehicle Body Repairer

Closing date: 31 March 2025

Location: Dublin

Apply at Dublin Bus E-Recruitment Site

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.
Permanent contract of employment, with a 6 month probationary period.

Competitive Salary:

€42,132.15 - €50,931.16 on a 6 year pay scale, from 1 January 2025.

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:

  • Competitive rate of pay.
  • Job security.
  • Career advancement opportunities.
  • Training and Upskilling. 
  • Training for Bus and Truck licences (worth approx. €3000).
  • Accredited IMI training on hybrid and electric vehicles.
  • Annual Safety Bonus - €250 (tax free).
  • Annual bus pass and other travel concessions.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Sports and Social Clubs.
  • Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Laundry service included for Personal Protective Equipment.

Benefits on Appointment (following a probationary period of 6 months):

  • 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.
  • Mentor allowance guaranteed each week once appointed.
  • Annual Attendance Bonus - €250 (tax free).
  • Access to the Education Support Scheme – Supporting employees to return to part time education.
  • Bike to work scheme.

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.

Driving Licence:

A Valid, Clean Category B Irish Driving Licence - held for a minimum of 2 years, with no endorsements.

OR

A Valid, Clean Full Category D Irish Driving licence, with no endorsements.

Other requirements:

  • Over 21 (to comply with D licence regulation).
  • Fluent spoken and written English.
    An NDLS Driver statement - You can request this document by phoning or emailing the National Driver Licence Service. (Phone: 0818 700 800, Email: [email protected]).

How to Apply:

You can apply via the Dublin Bus E-Recruitment Site, click the "Search" button at the bottom of the page, then select the ‘Vehicle Body Repairer’ vacancy to complete an online application form.

Please include a copy of your Vehicle Body Repairer qualification certificate and a copy of the front & back of your driving licence with your application, (scans or photos will suffice).

Please note the online application form must be completed in full and submitted with all the above documentation or it will not be processed.

If you are having problems submitting your online application online, please contact [email protected] by email, we will provide you with assistance to submit your application form.

Applicants must hold the above minimum requirements for the role as shortlisting will apply.

Data Retention and your legal rights:

Applications will be kept for 12 months in line with our Data Retention Policy. To exercise your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Acts 1988-2018, please email [email protected].

Dublin Bus is an equal opportunities employer.