Coach Builder

JMB33 - Coachbuilder

Location: Norwich

Salary: £20.12 per hour + weekend and unsociable hours premiums

Benefits: £2,(Apply online only) Joining Bonus, Technical Training & Career Progression

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Coachbuilder on behalf of one of our clients.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy engineering team responsible for maintaining and repairing a modern fleet of vehicles. The successful candidate will carry out a wide range of coachbuilding, accident repair, bodywork, and interior refurbishment tasks, ensuring vehicles are returned to service safely and to a high standard.

Our client offers ongoing technical training, career progression, and provides all necessary PPE and basic tools to support your success.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel; however, all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carry out accident damage repairs and diagnose bodywork faults.
Perform collision and vandalism repairs, including window replacement, panel repairs, and fibreglass work.
Complete interior repairs, including seating, flooring, and air-operated door systems.
Prepare vehicles for paint and carry out minor paint repairs and touch-ups.
Rectify defects identified during routine inspections.
Accurately document repair work for third-party insurance claims.
Ensure all repairs are completed safely and to a high standard.
Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records.
Skills and Qualifications:

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Coachbuilding, Vehicle Body Repair, or a related discipline.
Proven experience in coachbuilding or vehicle body repair.
Welding experience is essential.
Experience in vehicle accident repair and painting, ideally within PSV or HGV environments.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality workmanship.
Ability to work independently and as part of a busy engineering team.
Ex-military personnel with relevant engineering or vehicle maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.
Benefits:

£20.12 per hour basic rate.
Enhanced pay for weekend and unsociable hours, with the opportunity to earn an additional £4,(Apply online only) per year.
£2,(Apply online only) joining bonus (£1,(Apply online only) on joining and £1,(Apply online only) upon successful completion of probation).
Ongoing technical training and career development.
Company pension scheme.
Health and wellbeing package including healthcare support.
Employee discount platform.
Free travel pass.
Discounted rail travel.
Free onsite parking.
Cycle to Work scheme.
PPE and basic tools provided.
Up to 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays