CommercialBodyshop & Trailer Repair Technician

Pertemps Milton Keynes; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Milton Keynes seeks a skilled Commercial Bodyshop & Trailer Repair Technician to join the Peterborough workshop. You will repair, refurbish and restore commercial vehicles, trailers, refrigerated bodies and lifting deck systems, ensuring high-quality workmanship and fleet availability.

We are looking for proven experience in body repairs, welding and trailer refurbishment, with a focus on safety, accuracy and efficient problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial vehicle body repair and trailer maintenance.
• Strong welding and fabrication skills (MIG).
• Experience with refrigerated trailers and panel systems.
• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting vehicles and trailers to identify damage and repair requirements.
• Perform accident damage repairs and panel replacement.
• Carry out welding, fabrication, cutting and metal-forming work.
• Repairing and refurbishing various trailer types and lifting deck systems.
• Diagnose and repair tail lifts, hydraulic and electrical components.
• Ensure repairs are documented and compliant with safety standards.

Skills

MIG welding

Trailer maintenance

Fabrication

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Job description

Based in Peterborough, this permanent Commercial Bodyshop & Trailer Repair Technician post sits with Pertemps Milton Keynes, paying £32,000 to £36,500 depending on experience. Working hours remain to be confirmed. Duties cover repair, maintenance, refurbishment and restoration of commercial vehicles, trailers, refrigerated bodies and lifting deck systems, alongside fabrication and specialist bodywork. Applicants should bring proven experience in commercial vehicle body repair, welding and trailer refurbishment, with the ability to keep fleet availability high through quality workmanship. The successful candidate will join a busy workshop team, handling varied repair tasks to a professional standard and supporting ongoing fleet operations.

Commercial Bodyshop & Trailer Repair Technician Location: Peterborough Salary: £32,000 - £36,500 DOE Contract Type: Permanent Hours: To Be Confirmed Join a Skilled Commercial Vehicle Repair Team

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Bodyshop & Trailer Repair Technician to join their busy workshop team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician with experience in commercial vehicle body repairs, trailer refurbishment, fabrication, and specialist repair work to play a key role in maintaining fleet availability and delivering high-quality repairs.

The Role

As a Commercial Bodyshop & Trailer Repair Technician, you will be responsible for the repair, maintenance, refurbishment, and restoration of commercial vehicles, trailers, refrigerated bodies, lifting deck systems, and tail lifts.

• Inspecting commercial vehicles and trailers to identify damage and repair requirements
• Carrying out accident damage repairs to commercial vehicles, trailers, and ancillary equipment
• Repairing and replacing steel, aluminium, stainless steel, GRP, and composite body panels
• Completing chassis, structural, and framework repairs
• Performing welding, fabrication, cutting, and metal-forming work
• Repairing and refurbishing curtain-sided, box, refrigerated, double-deck, tanker, tipper, skeletal, and specialist trailers
• Repairing trailer doors, locks, flooring, side rails, rear frames, curtains, tracks, rollers, and tensioning systems
• Repairing insulated sidewalls and composite panels on refrigerated trailers
• Diagnosing and repairing lifting deck systems, including ropes, pulleys, rollers, guide systems, and safety devices
• Carrying out tail lift diagnostics, servicing, maintenance, and repairs on hydraulic and electrical systems
• Completing mechanical strip and refit work, including lighting systems, mirrors, bumpers, mudguards, trim panels, and electrical components
• Preparing repaired surfaces for paint and refinishing operations
• Carrying out quality inspections, function testing, and maintaining accurate repair documentation
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with health and safety, workshop, and industry standards

About You

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Previous experience in commercial vehicle body repair and trailer maintenance
• Strong welding and fabrication skills, including MIG welding
• Experience repairing trailer bodywork and structural components
• Knowledge of refrigerated trailer repairs and composite panel systems
• Experience with lifting deck mechanisms and tail lift repairs
• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Mechanical strip and refit experience
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• A strong understanding of workshop health and safety procedures

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary of £32,000 - £36,500 , depending on experience
• Permanent opportunity with a well-established commercial vehicle operation
• Varied and technically challenging workload
• Opportunity to work on a wide range of commercial vehicles, trailers, refrigerated units, lifting deck systems, and tail lifts
• Supportive workshop environment focused on quality and safety