At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair large vehicle bodywork to ensure safety and quality.
- Company: Join a leading national organisation with a focus on engineering excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, weekly pay, pension scheme, and extensive discounts.
- Other info: Enjoy ongoing training and long-term career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the automotive industry while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with large vehicles preferred; Level 3 qualification is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 23.89 - 23.89 £ per hour.
Coachbuilder / Coachmaker Large Vehicle Fleet in Catford, London.
Salary: Up to £46,585 per annum (Up to £23.89 per hour depending on qualifications and experience).
Working hours: Monday to Friday | 37.5 hours per week.
Weekly Pay: Up to £895.88 depending on experience.
No previous bus experience is required. If you have worked on large vehicles within sectors such as HGV, commercial vehicles, automotive, rail, plant, agricultural or heavy engineering, we would love to hear from you.
As a Coachbuilder, you will be responsible for:
- Maintaining and repairing vehicle bodywork to the highest standards, ensuring vehicles remain safe, presentable and operational.
- Upholstery repairs and replacements.
- Welding and fabrication work.
- Preparation and painting tasks.
- Working as part of a skilled engineering team to keep the fleet operational.
Requirements:
- Experience in coachbuilding, body repair, fabrication or vehicle body maintenance.
- Experience working on large vehicles such as HGVs, buses, rail, plant, agricultural or commercial vehicles.
- Level 3 Heavy Vehicle or Engineering qualification preferred; Level 2 qualified candidates will also be considered at an adjusted rate.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary up to £46,585 per annum.
- Weekly pay.
- Company pension scheme.
- Extensive retail, leisure and holiday discounts.
- Vehicle breakdown cover and dental insurance options.
- Free travel benefits for employees and eligible household members.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Employee assistance programme providing confidential wellbeing, financial and legal support.
- Long-term career progression opportunities within a large national organisation.
Coach Builder (Permanent) employer: RSD Engineering
Join our dynamic team in Catford, London, where we prioritise employee growth and well-being. As a Coach Builder, you'll enjoy competitive pay, extensive benefits including free travel for you and your family, and ongoing training to advance your career within a supportive and skilled engineering environment. Our commitment to quality workmanship is matched by our dedication to fostering a positive work culture that values every team member's contribution.