Van Conversion Technician
Pay: £12 - £14 per hour (depending on age/experience)
Location: Wakefield, WF1 5RG Full UK licence required
Full-time, Permanent 39.5 hours per week
Immediate Start Available
Benefits include:
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Full training provided where required
Company pension
Free on-site parking
Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing business
28 days holiday including bank holidays
Christmas and New Year shutdown period
Hours of Work
39.5 hours per week:
Monday to Thursday: 8:00am 4:00pm
Friday: 8:00am 3:30pm
30-minute unpaid lunch break each day.
Occasional overtime and Saturday working may be required to support business needs
We specialise in commercial vehicle security, van accessories, ply lining and bespoke van conversion solutions for customers across Yorkshire and beyond.
Due to continued growth, we are looking for a practical, reliable and enthusiastic Van Conversion Technician to join our experienced team in Wakefield.
This is a varied, hands-on role that would suit someone with experience using power tools, joinery, vehicle fitting, conversions, or similar practical installation work. Full training can be provided in specialist areas such as vehicle security systems and lock fitting.
Role overview
Working from our Wakefield workshop, you will be involved in a wide range of vehicle conversion and accessory installation work, including:
Fitting van security products including hook locks, deadlocks and other security systems
Ply lining vans and fitting ply or metal racking systems
Installing aftermarket accessories including roof racks, rear steps and vehicle storage solutions
Using power tools and workshop equipment safely and effectively
Supporting day-to-day workshop operations and prioritising workloads
Liaising professionally with customers when required
Assisting with CNC machinery and CAD/CNC template updates where applicable
Supporting other areas of the business as required
No two days are the same, so a flexible and proactive attitude is essential.
About you
We are looking for someone who is:
Reliable, hardworking and hands-on
Comfortable using power tools and workshop equipment
Experienced in joinery, fitting, vehicle conversions or similar practical work
Able to work both independently and as part of a team
Organised with good attention to detail
Friendly and professional with customers
Essential Requirements
Full UK driving licence
Previous practical/workshop experience
Good timekeeping and work ethic
Desirable (but not essential)
Experience fitting vehicle locks or security products
Experience with van conversions or commercial vehicles
CNC or CAD/CNC experience
Interested? Please apply with your updated CV.
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