Vehicle Bodybuilder

First Military Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Vehicle Bodybuilder in Atworth, Wiltshire. The role involves working independently, reading engineering drawings, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates should have experience using hand tools, prioritize health and safety, and demonstrate a solid understanding of the manufacturing process. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £15.60 per hour, along with benefits such as auto-enrolment pension, a day off for your birthday, and enhanced maternity/paternity pay policies.

Benefits

Auto-enrolment pension

Day off for your Birthday

20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Wellness programme access

Branded uniform

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Bodybuilder is essential.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Own transportation or reliable travel to the site.

Responsibilities

• Read engineering drawings and work from orders.
• Install insulated panels on commercial freezer bodies.
• Cut metals, woods, and plastics using hand tools.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Experience in using hand tools

Understanding of the manufacturing process

Time management

Health and safety prioritization

Job description

JB451 : Vehicle Bodybuilder

Salary : Up to £15.60 per hour

Location : Atworth, Wiltshire

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Vehicle Bodybuilder on behalf of one of our clients.

One of our clients is a UK-based automotive group that provides comprehensive commercial and specialist vehicle solutions. Their services include vehicle sales, servicing, custom conversions, and the supply of plant and construction equipment. They also specialise in the design and manufacture of temperature-controlled vehicle conversions, delivering bespoke refrigerated transport for industries such as food distribution and pharmaceuticals. Their broad capabilities support a wide range of sectors with reliable and tailored vehicle solutions.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities for the Vehicle Bodybuilder

Working independently and on own initiative to achieve timelines and standards.

Read engineering drawings provided and work from works orders.

Experience in using hand tools, bench saws and measurement equipment whilst using them all safely.

Installing insulated panels on commercial freezer bodies

Electrically terminating lighting, switches and tail lifts

Sealing joints, floors and roofs with silicone and gel coatings.

Cutting of metals, woods and plastics using hand tools and bench equipment.

Ensure standards of good housekeeping are achieved in all work areas, including workshops, vehicles and at onsite locations.

Carry out any other reasonable projects, tasks, or duties to support the business as directed by management.

Ensuring compliance with company H&S, maintenance procedures & quality control to work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others

Ensure good personal time keeping and conduct in line with agreed policies and procedures.

Ensure all safety, regulatory, rule and Company changes / alterations to working practises are adhered to.

45 hours : 07 : 00-17 : 00, Monday to Thursday and 07 : 00-14 : 30 on Friday. Flexibility given and required.

Skills & Qualifications for the Vehicle Bodybuilder

Previous experience.

You put health and safety and employee wellbeing first.

You have an excellent understanding of the manufacturing process.

You have your own transportation or can reliably travel to site.

Benefits for the Vehicle Bodybuilder

Auto-enrolment pension.

A day off for your Birthday.

20 days annual lease plus Bank Holidays.

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay policies.

Access to our wellness programme and Employee Assistance Programmes, including WeCare from Canada Life (EAP with 24HR Online GP access and second Medical Opinion).

Branded uniform.

Death in service benefit.