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

First Glasgow currently has a vacancy for a spray painter at Caledonia Regional Repair Centre, requirements will include shift working.  This role is primarily responsible for the repainting of company vehicles (buses).

Applicants for this position must; 

• Be able to work at a high standard with a good attention to detail
• Be experienced in all aspects of commercial vehicle spray painting processes including vehicle preparation and application of fillers and primers
• Have a good knowledge and skills relating to paint application procedures for 2k paint systems including basecoat and lacquer processes
• Be experienced in the application of vinyl's/graphics to vehicle bodywork
• Possess a clean UK driving licence
• Must be a UK resident.
• Be willing to undertake appropriate training as required

Reporting to: Repair Centre Manager

Hourly pay rate: £18.50 per/hour (37 hrs p/week)

Work shift: You must have a flexible working approach to our current 3 shift rotas (06:00-14:00, 10:00-18:00, and 18:00-02:00)

About you 

• Previous experience in the application of Glasurit or PPG paint systems would be advantageous
• Must have a minimum level 2 NVQ standard or equivalent (i.e. City & Guilds level 1 & 2).
• Do you have experience with the use and application of different types of solvents, paints and other hazardous materials including metallic colours, pearls and water based paints?

 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
• £6 all-day 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.