Coachbuilder

Coachbuilder required for a top Tier Northern Ireland Public Body. This is a permanent position based in Downpatrick.

The main purpose of the Coachbuilder / Bodybuilder role is to maintain and repair all body and structural aspects of a vehicle, carry out vehicle inspections and associated administrative duties. you will need a minimum of 2 years post apprenticeship experience in a similar role. If you have this is you then get in touch for further details.

Coachbuilder Key responsibilities are:

• Inspect, service, maintain and prepare a fleet to PCV standards
• Test operation, diagnose faults and rectify defects on vehicle systems
• Remove and replace vehicle components as appropriate
• Perform accident repair
• Respond to vehicle breakdowns as appropriate
• Complete administrative duties associated with the post

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum of 2 years' post apprenticeship experience in a similar role
• Recognised Vehicle Apprenticeship with minimum of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant trade or discipline
• Diagnostic ability where applicable
• Awareness of and compliance with Health & Safety at work
• Working knowledge of vehicle structures, bodywork repairs, glass fitment, welding, bonding processes, drilling and cutting etc.
• Available for call out
• Ability to work in other Depots in the area may be required
• Able to obtain a PCV licence

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in a similar role working on commercial vehicles
• Relevant engineering experience on buses and/or coaches
• Possess large vehicle licence, preferably a PCV licence

Closing date for online applications is 21st November 2024

**Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK and Ireland. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.**

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