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PSV COACH BUILDER BODY MAKER

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PSV Coach Builder / Body Maker - Permanent Role | Berkshire
Basic Salary: £43,000 + Overtime | Monday to Friday: Day and Afternoon Shifts

UK Skilled Worker Visa Transfer Available – see below for more information

Venatu Recruitment Group is proud to be partnering with a leading vehicle engineering organisation to recruit an experienced PSV Coach Builder / Body Maker for a permanent position based in Berkshire.

The Role:

As a PSV Coach Builder, you'll be responsible for high-quality body repairs, modifications, and maintenance of public service vehicles. Your experience in coach building, panel beating, and accident repair will be vital in ensuring vehicles are safe, presentable, and roadworthy.

Key Responsibilities:

Carrying out accident and collision body repairs
Panel beating and body straightening
Diagnosing bodywork faults and performing relevant repairs
Window repair and fitting
Addressing defect cards and routine inspection findings
Painting and finishing minor bodywork areas
Working with fibreglass, sheet metal, pillar sections, plywood, and composite materials
Required Qualifications and Skills:

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2/3 in Body Repair, Panel Beating, or Accident Repair
Full UK Category B driving licence
Welding experience (MIG/TIG) preferred
Previous experience working on heavy commercial vehicles (PSV/HGV/PCV) is highly desirable
PCV Licence is beneficial but not essential
About You:

Proven background in coach building or body repair
Comfortable with structural and cosmetic repairs
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Takes pride in delivering safe, durable, and aesthetically sound repairs
Visa Eligibility:

This role is not eligible for new visa sponsorship applications. However, we welcome candidates who currently hold a valid Skilled Worker Visa and are looking to transfer sponsorship. Our client is fully equipped to support sponsorship transfers for qualified PSV engineers.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
Apply today or reach out to Sally Maxwell at Venatu Recruitment Group to discuss the role in more detail. Even if this role isn't an exact fit, we’d still love to hear from skilled professionals in the PSV, HGV, and fleet engineering sectors.

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