HGV / Trailer Bodyshop Technician
Fradley Park, Lichfield
Do you strive to exceed customer expectations? Do you take pride in your finished projects?
Great news! We have the perfect opportunity for you to thrive and demonstrate your passion!
Established in 1959, for over 65 years we have developed successful operations in key business areas, including Authorised Distributors for Renault Trucks, Isuzu Trucks, Trailers, Rental and Contract Hire, body work and repair. We are a leading provider within our industry, with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
Within our newly expanded state-of-the-art workshop facilities as HGV Trailer Body Shop Technician, you will be integral to the continued success of the After Sales Service Department. You will proactively deliver high quality body shop projects ensuring our customer experience requirements are of the highest standard.
Our benefits package includes:
1. Excellent salary dependant on experience
2. Up to 33 days holiday including Bank Holidays
3. Additional annual leave and birthday off awarded for length of service
4. Designated EAP service to support health and financial wellbeing
5. Refer a friend scheme (earn £750 for each referral)
6. Stakeholder Pension Scheme
7. Birthday and Christmas Gift Vouchers
8. Enjoy discounts for UK hotel stays
9. Training and Development opportunities for career progression
10. Charity and Community events throughout the year
11. Branded workwear and PPE provided.
Your day-to-day duties as our Body Shop Technician
Key Activities:
12. Repair and refurbish HGV and trailer body work, to include panels, bumpers and structural components
13. Carry out welding activities and fabrication tasks using the correct technicians and health and safety practices.
14. Diagnose damage and address corrective repairs caused by wear and tear, corrosion or accidents.
15. Prepare, and carry out bodywork paint refreshes and finishes to a high-quality standard.
16. Install and repair tail lifts of damaged vehicles
17. Carry out the fitment of curtains to curtain sided vehicles and trailers
18. Dismantle vehicles in readiness for repairs and re- install insuring compliance with the health and safety regulations
19. Collaborate with your colleagues to ensure the smooth and safe running of the workshop and customer requirements are completed to specification and deadline
What you will need:
20. Passion about our customers satisfaction and their trust in our brand
21. Proven experience as a body shop technician – HGV and trailer experience is advantageous
22. Strong knowledge of welding and fabrication techniques
23. Familiarity with paint preparation and spraying processes
24. Ability to adapt to unexpected situations and demonstrate proactive problem solving
25. Relevant qualifications (e.g. NVQ level 3) are desirable but not essential, workplace experience is always our first consideration
If you are looking for a workplace where your growth is supported, your contributions celebrated and a place you can thrive look no further and contact us today!
BenefitsIndustry-leading rates of pay Apprentice Development Schemes (HGV Technician and Leadership Management programs available) Up to 25 days holiday (including the option to buy up to 5 days of annual leave per year) Additional annual leave and birthday off awarded for length of service Designated EAP service to support your health and financial wellbeing Refer a friend scheme (earn £750 for each referral) Stakeholder Pension Scheme Birthday and Christmas Gift Vouchers Enjoy discounts for UK hotel stays Company car (role dependant) Training and Development Opportunities Charity and Community events throughout the year Treat Tuesdays – surprises drop every-so-often on a Tuesday Free on-site car parking Workwear, boots and PPE provided Modern, clean offices and working environment On-the-job and manufacturer-backed training Fantastic career advancement opportunities A great place to work within a dynamic and growing business Variety of shifts available (see jobs for details)