Coachbuilder

Stagecoach Group plc; Ayr; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in Ayr is seeking a skilled Coachbuilder to maintain and repair its fleet, ensuring high safety and presentation standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in coachbuilding and be qualified to Level 3 in PSV or HGV Body Repair. Join a supportive team and enjoy benefits like up to 33 days holiday and free bus travel.

Benefits

Up to 33 days holiday

Generous company pension scheme

Free bus travel for you and a companion

Retail and leisure discounts

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in coachbuilding or vehicle body repair (PSV/HGV preferred).
• Qualified to Level 3 in PSV or HGV Body Repair (City & Guilds, NVQ, or BTEC).

Responsibilities

• Preparing vehicles for repaint and refinishing.
• Carrying out modifications and repairs to the vehicle structure and body fittings.
• Ensuring all work meets health & safety and DVSA standards.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Hands-on experience in coachbuilding

Ability to work independently

Education

Qualified to Level 3 in PSV or HGV Body Repair

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Salary

£16.09 per hour + Joining Bonus

Coachbuilder

Salary

£16.09 per hour

JOINING BONUS OF £1,500

• Based at our Ayr depot, located at Waggon Road
• Pay rate of £16.09 per hour
• Fantastic Joining Bonus of £1,500, paid in parts throughout the year
• Shift pattern is Dayshift

Looking for a skilled hands-on role where you can take real pride in your work — and be part of a team that keeps your community moving?

We’re on the lookout for a skilled Coachbuilder to join our friendly and dedicated team at our Ayrdepot. You’ll help maintain and repair our fleet to the highest safety and presentation standards, playing a vital role in getting thousands of people where they need to be every day.

Whether you're prepping vehicles for repaint, repairing bodywork, or installing new panels and fittings, this is your chance to make a real impact and develop your career in a supportive environment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Preparing vehicles for repaint and refinishing damaged paintwork
• Observing and reporting body or structural defects
• Carrying out modifications and repairs to the vehicle structure and body fittings
• Cutting, forming, and fitting sheet metal, ply, fibreglass and other materials
• Fitting panels, windows, doors, mouldings and accessories
• Using welding equipment for structural repairs
• Ensuring all work meets health & safety and DVSA standards

What we’re looking for:

• A team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Hands-on experience in coachbuilding or vehicle body repair (PSV/HGV preferred)
• Able to work independently and take initiative
• Qualified to Level 3 in PSV or HGV Body Repair, either City & Guilds Level 3, or NVQ Level 3, or
• BTEC equivalent

Why join Stagecoach?

• Up to 33 days holiday
• Generous company pension scheme
• Free bus travel for you and a companion
• Retail and leisure discounts
• Career development, training, mentoring and progression opportunities
• Safe, well-equipped working environment

Our culture & environment

At Stagecoach, we’re proud to be an inclusive employer where everyone is welcome and supported to thrive. You’ll be part of a team that values respect, wellbeing, and creating a workplace where people genuinely enjoy working together.

Ready to bring your coachbuilding skills to a place that values your craft?

Click apply today, we can’t wait to welcome you on board.

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.

Location:

Stagecoach Ayr Depot Waggon Road Ayr KA8 8BB