Coach Builder, Kilmarnock, £41,730 + Overtime, Day & Night Shifts, Permanent Role

If you’re an experienced coach builder looking for your next challenge, this coach builder role in Kilmarnock offers excellent pay, long-term stability, and the chance to work alongside skilled coach builders on exciting rail refurbishment projects.

 Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: £41,730 per year + paid overtime
• Permanent, full-time role with consistent work in a growing industry
• Day and night shifts available to suit your schedule
• Monday to Friday hours – maintain a great work-life balance
• Private healthcare scheme for peace of mind
• Exciting, meaningful work on national train refurbishment and fleet overhaul programmes
• Opportunity to develop your career in a respected UK engineering environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out train body repairs, including welding, rust treatment, dent correction, and panel replacement
• Overhaul interior components such as floors, seats, ceilings, and partitions
• Inspect and repair structural damage and corrosion to ensure safety compliance
• Complete full train carriage refurbishments to engineering and safety standards
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools with precision
• Maintain a high level of quality and accuracy across all projects
• Collaborate with team members to ensure on-time project delivery

Requirements:

• Time-served Coach Builder or equivalent engineering/fabrication qualification
• Strong skills in metalwork, fabrication, and body repair
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Understanding of rail safety protocols and workshop procedures
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced, team-based environment

Apply Now to secure your place in a respected engineering team — where your craftsmanship and expertise make a real difference to the UK rail network.

Please Note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We do not provide work visas this must be arranged prior to applying.