First Response Team Member

Date Posted: 1 Oct 2025

Location: Crewe, GB

Company: Bentley Motors Ltd

Function: HR Services

Contract: Full time – Permanent

Location: Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL 

 

Bentley Motors is combining a world of luxury and progressive technology to embrace an electrified future. Join us as we embark on the most transformative phase in Bentley’s history.

 

Purpose of the Role
Join the Security team as a First Response Team Member, where as part of the Watch you’ll play a key role in providing security, fighting fire, conducting rescues, and delivering emergency first aid to protect life, property, and the environment while supporting business continuity. Reporting into the First Response Team Manager your main responsibilities include;

 

  • Conducting security operations, including patrols, inspections, traffic control, event and prototype support, and other assignments as directed by the Head of Security.
  • Responding to emergencies with first aid, casualty and scene management, firefighting, rescues (height and confined space), hazardous material control, and PHEV battery incidents.
  • Operating the 24/7 Control Room, managing incident response (including data breaches), coordinating support for Bentley and VW Group UK, and maintaining accurate logs and records.
  • Conducting fire risk assessments, prepare site-specific risk information, and service firefighting, medical, and rescue equipment.
  • Leading fire safety training, drills, evacuations, and joint exercises with emergency services, supported by detailed reporting.

 

About the Team

The First Response Team are the foundation of the Security department working within the HR function of the business. The team consists of sixteen First Response Members over four watches. You shall be required to work a shift pattern consisting of two days and two nights. This is an exciting job opportunity for the right candidate to join the team and provide both operational and safety to the business in line with the Beyond 100+ strategy.

 

About you – Skills and Experience

  • Strong motivation, teamwork, communication, and ability to remain focused under pressure.
  • Licensed through the Security Industry Authority (or equivalent), with prior safety responsibilities and risk assessment experience.
  • Completed industrial/external Fire Team and internal firefighter training; background in emergency services or military desirable.
  • Physically fit and capable of passing the Chester Treadmill Test.
  • Strong site knowledge, interpersonal skills, and confidence working in confined spaces and at height.
  • Computer literate with good MS Office skills and awareness of BOP036 and BOP071 procedures.
  • GCSEs (A–D) in Maths, English, and Science or equivalent qualifications.
  • Valid C1 driving licence and First Aid at Work certification.

 

What Bentley Offers

  • 35 days annual leave inclusive of UK bank holidays
  • Progression pathways and programmes, mentoring, and study support opportunities available
  • Optional car lease scheme with discounted access to brand new VW Group cars (VW, Seat, Skoda, Audi) up to every six months
  • Health and life assurance benefits providing up to five times annual salary
  • Annual salary reviews and competitive bonus scheme
  • Contributory pension scheme – you put in 6% we put in 10%
  • Access to a wide range of resources to support your health and well-being including an online GP, the choice to join BUPA health plans, a mental health counsellor, and onsite physio
  • Paid volunteering days dedicated to community giving

 

The Bentley Campus
Our campus is going through an exciting transformation offering unrivalled facilities including green spaces, free parking, an onsite restaurant, coffee shops and Legends gym. 

 

#BelongingAtBentley
Motivated to be the most diverse, inclusive luxury car company, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered. 

 

We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all, helping all colleagues thrive as their authentic selves and reach their highest potential. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs, belongs at Bentley. Everyone is entitled to respect and dignity and we positively celebrate the differences between people.

 

Beyond100+
Bentley’s bold vision to redefine the benchmark for performance and luxury in a sustainable future. It represents the complete reinvention of our product range as we embrace electrification and accelerate our journey to net zero. Designed, developed, and built at our headquarters in Crewe, our models will offer ever evolving experiences that blend artistry, innovation, and sustainability. Join us as we advance the boundaries of excellence.

 

Closing date: Wednesday 15th October 2025

 

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