Coach Builder

**JOB TITLE: Coachbuilder**

We are seeking Coachbuilders to join our team, As a coachbuilder you will be responsible for fabricating, assembling and fitting various components of vehicles. You will work closely with design teams, engineers, and other professionals to ensure the highest quality finished product. The role requires a combination of craftsmanship and technical expertise.

**Skills/Competencies**
- Proficiency in various coachbuilding techniques, including metal shaping and woodworking. Sound understanding of vehicle structures, chassis, and body systems.
- Meticulous approach to work, ensuring precise alignment, fitting, and finishing of components. Attention to small details that contribute to the overall aesthetics and functionality of the vehicle.
- Capacity to analyse design challenges and develop innovative solutions. Adaptability to work on unique and unconventional vehicle designs.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and design specifications. Translate 2D designs into 3D structures accurately.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work alongside design teams, engineers, and other professionals.
- Strong commitment to safety protocols and practices in the workshop. Ensure the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling of tools and materials.
- Efficient organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Adherence to project timelines and deadlines.
- Implement strict quality control measures to ensure the final product meets design and functional standards. Inspection of components and structures for flaws or defects.
- Keen interest in staying updated with emerging trends, technologies, and materials in the automotive and coachbuilding industries.

**Essential Criteria**
- Time served Coachbuilder/joiner/fitter **AND/OR **4+ years experience in same/similar role
- Knowledge of upholstery techniques and interior design principles to complement the exterior work with high-quality interior finishes.
- Basic understanding of automotive engineering principles and vehicle dynamics
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Strong problem solving skills
- Ability to work on own initiative

**Desirable Criteria**
- Able and willing to work overtime when required
- Able and willing to work on various sites as per the needs of the business

**Jan’s Holdings LTD is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit**.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £13.75-£14.70 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- No weekends

**Experience**:

- Joinery: 4 years (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: JGCB1