Norwich
JMB33 - CoachbuilderLocation: NorwichSalary: £20.12 per hour + weekend and unsociable hours premiumsBenefits: £2,000 Joining Bonus, Technical Training & Career ProgressionOverview: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: \n\n • Carry out accident damage repairs and diagnose bodywork faults.\n, • Perform collision and vandalism repairs, including window replacement, panel repairs, and fibreglass work.\n, • Complete interior repairs, including seating, flooring, and air-operated door systems.\n, • Prepare vehicles for paint and carry out minor paint repairs and touch-ups.\n, • Rectify defects identified during routine inspections.\n, • Accurately document repair work for third-party insurance claims.\n, • Ensure all repairs are completed safely and to a high standard.\n, • Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records.\n\n Skills and Qualifications: \n\n • NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Coachbuilding, Vehicle Body Repair, or a related discipline.\n, • Proven experience in coachbuilding or vehicle body repair.\n, • Welding experience is essential.\n, • Experience in vehicle accident repair and painting, ideally within PSV or HGV environments.\n, • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality workmanship.\n, • Ability to work independently and as part of a busy engineering team.\n, • Ex-military personnel with relevant engineering or vehicle maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.\n\n Benefits: \n\n • £20.12 per hour basic rate.\n, • Enhanced pay for weekend and unsociable hours, with the opportunity to earn an additional £4,000 per year.\n, • £2,000 joining bonus (£1,000 on joining and £1,000 upon successful completion of probation).\n, • Ongoing technical training and career development.\n, • Company pension scheme.\n, • Health and wellbeing package including healthcare support.\n, • Employee discount platform.\n, • Free travel pass.\n, • Discounted rail travel.\n, • Free onsite parking.\n, • Cycle to Work scheme.\n, • PPE and basic tools provided.\n, • Up to 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays.\n