Coachbuilder

Holt-Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt-Recruitment is seeking an experienced Coachbuilder to join a skilled team in Southeast London. You will design, fabricate, and assemble vehicle bodies and frames, using traditional and modern metalworking tools to repair and restore a varied fleet.

The role focuses on safety, precision, and high craftsmanship in bodywork fabrication. The ideal candidate has time-served experience in coachbuilding or metalworking, proficiency with welding and fabrication equipment, and a strong eye for

Qualifications

• Qualified or time served with proven experience in coachbuilding or metalworking.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and machinery such as welding equipment.
• Knowledge of materials used in vehicle bodywork, including metals and composites.
• Strong problem-solving and precision in complex builds.
• Excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and assemble vehicle bodies and frames.
• Restore and repair vehicles to original design while ensuring safety.
• Use welding, cutting, shaping, and riveting to modify body components.
• Follow safety protocols to maintain a safe workshop.
• Collaborate with engineers, painters, electricians to complete restorations.
• Inspect workmanship for precision and quality per standards.

Skills

Coachbuilding

Metalworking

Welding

Fabrication

Vehicle restoration

Tools

Welding equipment

Grinders

Cutting tools

Job description

Job Title: Coachbuilder
Location: Southeast London
Salary: £46,000 to £48,000

What the Coachbuilder / Auto Fabricator / Commercial Vehicle Bodybuilder / Bodywork Fabricator can expect.

As an experienced Coachbuilder / Auto Fabricator / Commercial Vehicle Bodybuilder / Bodywork Fabricator, you will work as part of team of coachbuilders, repairing and constructing the Bodywork of a varied fleet of vehicles. Using your skills, you will be required weld and fabricate, restore and repair accident damaged vehicles using a variety of materials including, steel, aluminium, fiberglass and other composite materials.

Key Responsibilities of the Coachbuilder / Auto Fabricator / Commercial Vehicle Bodybuilder / Bodywork Fabricator:

• Design, fabricate, and assemble vehicle bodies and frames, including custom parts and panels
• Restore and repair vehicles to original design while maintaining functionality and safety
• Utilize traditional and modern metalworking tools (e.g., welding, cutting, shaping, and riveting) to build and modify vehicle bodies and structural components.
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for both yourself, and your colleagues
• Work alongside other skilled tradespeople, such as engineers, painters, upholsterers and electricians, to ensure a seamless and successful vehicle body repair and restoration
• Inspect work for precision, accuracy, and quality, ensuring all work adheres to company and industry standards

Knowledge, Skills and Experience the Coachbuilder / Auto Fabricator / Commercial Vehicle Bodybuilder / Bodywork Fabricator would need

• Qualified or time served with proven experience in coachbuilding, metalworking, or a similar trade (e.g., vehicle restoration, fabrication).
• Proficiency in using various hand tools, power tools, and machinery (e.g., welding equipment, grinders, and cutting tools).
• Knowledge of different materials and their applications in vehicle bodywork, including metals, composites, and plastics.
• A problem-solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot and adapt during complex build or restoration projects.
• Excellent attention to detail, craftsmanship, and precision in every aspect of the job.

So, if you are a Coachbuilder / Auto Fabricator / Commercial Vehicle Bodybuilder / Bodywork Fabricator, looking for your new role,