Commercial Vehicle Bodyshop Technician

Pertemps Milton Keynes; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Milton Keynes is seeking two Commercial Vehicle Bodyshop Technicians for a permanent, full-time role in Peterborough. You will inspect damaged commercial vehicles, repair or replace body panels, perform MIG welding, and carry out fabrication tasks in a busy workshop.

Ideal candidates will have experience in vehicle body repair, panel replacement, welding or fabrication, with competent MIG welding and a strong eye for quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle body repair or welding.
• Hands-on fabrication and panel replacement experience.
• Competent MIG welding and use of workshop tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Inspect damaged commercial vehicles and trailers.
• Repair or replace body panels and structural components.
• Carry out panel beating, straightening, and alignment work.
• Fabricate replacement panels and sections as required.
• Perform MIG welding and general fabrication tasks.
• Prepare surfaces through sanding, filling and priming.
• Undertake trailer repairs and refurbishment work.
• Record completed work and conduct final quality inspections.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised workshop.

Skills

MIG welding

Power tools

Attention to detail

Team player

Problem solving

Independent worker

Education

Vehicle Body Repair qualification

Tools

MIG welder

Workshop power tools

Job description

Commercial Vehicle Bodyshop Technician

Peterborough | Permanent | £35,000 - £39,000

Two Positions Available

An established commercial vehicle engineering business is seeking experienced Commercial Vehicle Bodyshop Technicians to join its growing team in Peterborough.

Applications are welcomed from candidates with backgrounds in commercial vehicle body repair, coachbuilding, vehicle conversions, trailer repair, panel beating, welding, or fabrication.

The Role

• Inspecting damaged commercial vehicles and trailers
• Repairing or replacing body panels and structural components
• Carrying out panel beating, straightening, and alignment work
• Fabricating replacement panels and sections as required
• Completing MIG welding and general fabrication tasks
• Preparing repaired surfaces through sanding, filling, and priming
• Undertaking trailer repairs and refurbishment work
• Recording completed work and conducting final quality inspections
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised workshop environment

About You

• Previous experience in vehicle body repair, panel replacement, welding, or fabrication
• Competent MIG welding skills and experience using workshop power tools
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship
• Strong practical and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A qualification in Vehicle Body Repair, Welding, Fabrication, or a related discipline would be advantageous; however, candidates with strong hands-on experience are equally encouraged to apply.

Suitable backgrounds may include:

• Panel Beater
• Coachbuilder
• Trailer Repair Technician
• Accident Repair Technician
• Vehicle Conversion Technician
• Bus & Coach Body Repair Technician
• Specialist Vehicle Builder
• Welder/Fabricator

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £39,000 dependent on experience
• Permanent, full-time employment
• Two immediate vacancies available
• Diverse work across commercial and specialist vehicles
• Opportunity to utilise and develop a broad range of repair, welding, and fabrication skills
• Stable employment within a well-established engineering environment