Job title: Coachbuilder
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Cabinetry and Furniture Making
Functional Expertise: Furniture Making/Joinery Skills
Salary type: Annual
Salary from: GBP £45,000.00
Salary to: GBP £50,000.00
Location: Advertising location
Job published: 25/03/2026
Job ID: 43423

Job Description

Coachbuilder / Vehicle Body Builder – Luxury Coach & Van Conversions

Location: Bicester
Full-Time | Monday–Friday

We are looking for an experienced Coachbuilder / Vehicle Body Builder to join a specialist workshop in Bicester, working on the build, modification and repair of high-end coaches and bespoke van conversions.

This is a hands-on role focused on structural, interior and bodywork elements across a fleet of premium vehicles used within events, touring and production environments.

The Role

  • Carrying out coachbuilding, body repairs and structural modifications to coaches and vans
  • Fabricating and fitting panels, interiors, fixtures and bespoke vehicle components
  • Supporting vehicle strip, refit and conversion projects from concept through to completion
  • Working with wood, metal and composite materials to a high finish standard
  • Repairing accident damage and carrying out refurbishment work where required
  • Ensuring all work meets safety, quality and durability standards

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience as a Coachbuilder, Vehicle Body Builder or similar
  • Background working on coaches, buses, vans, horseboxes, motorhomes or bespoke vehicles
  • Strong fabrication and fitting skills (woodwork, metalwork or composites)
  • Ability to read drawings and work from build specifications
  • Welding or fabrication experience desirable
  • High attention to detail and pride in producing quality finished vehicles

What’s On Offer

  • Overtime available during busy build periods
  • Ongoing training and development on specialist vehicle projects
  • Stable, long-term role within a professional, well-equipped workshop
  • Company pension and Monday–Friday working pattern

If you’re a skilled coachbuilder or vehicle body builder looking to work on high-spec bespoke vehicles in a varied and hands-on role, we’d like to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work authorisation:

 

  • United Kingdom (required)

 

Work Location: In person