General Labourer

Vans For Bands Ltd; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading van conversion company is looking for a reliable General Labourer to support the coach-building team. The role involves assisting tradespeople with the interior fit-out and repair of custom vehicles. Training will be provided, and no prior experience in coach building is necessary, though experience in labouring or manufacturing is preferred. The position offers stable work, competitive wages, and opportunities for career development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Company pension

On-site parking

Stable ongoing work

Qualifications

• No specific experience required but labouring experience is advantageous.
• Driver's licence and reliable transport preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the internal builds and repair of coaches and custom vehicles.
• Organise and prepare materials for production.
• Perform basic assembly tasks under supervision.

Skills

Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Reliable and punctual

Good physical fitness

Basic tool skills

Experience in automotive or manufacturing

Job description

Job Title

General Labourer

Location

Begbroke, Oxfordshire

Salary

Competitive offers will be made on the basis of a candidate's experience

Job Type

Full Time, Permanent

We are looking for a full time General Labourer to join our coach building and vehicle conversions team.

About Vans for Bands

Vans for Bands (VFB) is a leading supplier of splitter vans and sleeper buses to customers from acrossEstou music, comedy, events, theatre and TV production and sports industries. Our vehicles are in effect luxury motorhomes with interiors that are constructed and maintained to a very high standard.

Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable and motivated General Labourer to join our coach-building team. This role involves supporting tradespeople across various stages of interior fit out, repair, and finishing. You'll assist with workshop duties, material handling, basic assembly tasks, and general labouring within a fast‑paced Coach Build environment. No experience in coach building is required, but experience in labouring, manufacturing, or automotive industries is highly regarded. Training will be provided to the successful applicant.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist tradespeople with internal builds and repair of coaches and custom vehicles
• Move, organise, and prepare materials for production
• Perform basic assembly and fitting tasks under supervision
• Use hand and power tools as required
• Loading and unloading components and materials
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organised work area
• Complete general labour and support tasks as directed by supervisors

Skills and Experience

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a team environment
• Good physical fitness for manual handling tasks
• Basic tool skills (preferred but not essential)
• Experience in automotive, fabrication, manufacturing, or labouring (advantageous)
• Driver's licence and reliable transport (preferred)
• Strong work ethic with good attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to quality work

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We Offer

• Stable, ongoing work with room to grow
• Training in coach-building processes and workshop skills
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Competitive wages based on experience
• Opportunities for long‑term career development

Hours

8 hours per day (including a short lunch break). There may be times when additional hours are required. Applicants will be required to clock in/out on a daily basis using the digital time clock installed in the office. Our coach building workshop is operational between 7.30am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday. You may also very occasionally be required to work at weekends but this is rare (on such occasions you will receive time off in lieu during the normal working week).

Benefits

• Company pension
• On‑site parking

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Candidates with experience of Automotive Production Worker, Vehicle Assembly Operative, Automotive Assembly Technician, Manufacturing Operative (Automotive), Factory Operative - Automotive, Automotive Yard Operative, Vehicle Handling Operative, Vehicle Movements Operative, Industrial Labourer may also be considered for this role.