Vehicle Builders (all mechanical experience cons)

Shorterm GroupNorthamptonreedpublished 09/23/2026

Job Title: Coach / Vehicle Builders

Location: Kings Heath Depot, Northampton

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm (50 hours per week)

Rates: £18.68 PAYE £23.83 Umbrella (pre 12 weeks) £25.11 Umbrella (post 12 weeks)

Duration: Ongoing / long term

Company Summary:

Working for a leading global provider of mobility solutions across urban, interurban and freight transportation sectors.

Position Summary:

This role is based at a newly refurbished depot in Northampton, supporting large-scale overhaul projects. You will be part of a team of Vehicle Builders responsible for refitting and modernising the interiors of train carriages.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Stripping and preparing vehicles for repair work
  • Cutting and fitting materials to precise measurements
  • Installing components such as panels, flooring, carpets and seating using materials including wood, metal, composites, sealants and adhesives
  • Assembling, fitting and finishing interior and exterior features
  • Using Siemens systems/software to input data and access VMI information
  • Removing and refitting windows

Person Profile:

  • Previous experience as a Vehicle Builder, Coachbuilder, Carpenter or Shop Fitter
  • Willingness to learn new skills and attend training courses
  • NVQ Level 2 or higher preferred, in a relevant engineering or woodworking discipline (desirable)
  • Ideally experience within rolling stock or vehicle interiors

assessment day on the 2nd of October start dates throughout October, 12th 19th or 26th