Vehicle Builder
Shorterm Group
Posted 16 hours ago, valid for 5 days
Kettering, Northamptonshire NN15 7JU, England

£16 - £1.5 per hour
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The job title is Coach Builder located in Kettering, offering an hourly pay rate of £13.00 to £16.00 depending on experience.
- Candidates are expected to have previous experience in vehicle bodybuilding or a related field, with a preference for those with skills in caravan building, boat building, or welding.
- The role involves working Monday to Friday for 40 hours per week, with flexible shift times and the opportunity for overtime at a rate of 1.5 times the hourly wage.
- This position is a temporary contract with the potential for a permanent role after a successful initial period.
- Benefits include competitive pay, flexible working hours, 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, and an auto-enrolment pension scheme.
Location: Kettering
Hourly Pay Rate: 13.00 - 16.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Overtime Rate: 1.5x hourly rate
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week + overtime
Shift Times: Flexible start and finish times
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
About the Role:
We are currently recruiting for Skilled and Semi-Skilled Vehicle Body Builders to join a busy and growing commercial vehicle manufacturing team in Kettering.
This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term, stable employment with potential for a permanent position following a successful temporary period.
The ideal candidates will have previous experience in commercial vehicle bodybuilding, though we are also keen to hear from individuals with similar skill sets such as caravan building, boat building, or welding and fabrication backgrounds.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out body building and fitting on commercial vehicles
* Work from technical drawings and specifications
* Use hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment as required
* Install panels, floors, bulkheads, doors, tail lifts, and other components
* Ensure quality and safety standards are met
* Collaborate with the team to meet production deadlines
* Maintain a clean and safe working environment
Requirements:
* Previous experience in vehicle bodybuilding or a closely related industry
* Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
* Strong practical and mechanical skills
* Good communication and teamwork
* Welding/fabrication experience is highly advantageous
* Able to work independently with minimal supervision
What's in It for You:
* Competitive hourly pay, with overtime available at 1.5x rate
* Opportunity to work overtime (up to 12 hours per day total)
* Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
* Auto-enrolment pension scheme
* 21 days holiday + bank holidays
* Free on-site parking
* Potential for a permanent role after the initial temporary period
Interested? Get in touch today to apply or learn more:
Adam Jackson - (phone number removed)
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