Vehicle Technicians – Crash Prep & Crash De-Prep

Vehicle Technicians – Crash Prep & Crash De-Prep
Location: Coventry, Midlands
Contract: 12-Month Contract
Rate: Up to £19 per hour (Inside IR35)
Potential for extension or permanent opportunities
Are you passionate about automotive safety and precision engineering? We are looking for dedicated Crash Prep Technicians and Crash De-Prep Technicians to join our growing Safety team in Coventry.
In these hands-on roles, you'll play a vital part in ensuring vehicles meet the highest safety standards. You'll support a wide range of crash test scenarios — including frontal, side, and rollover impacts — directly contributing to vehicle development and road safety.
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The Role
We are seeking motivated and detail-focused individuals to join our Crash Workshop team at an exciting time of growth and innovation. Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities:
•    Prepare vehicles for crash testing
•    Carry out full vehicle assembly and build tasks, including both mechanical and electrical systems
•    Fit instrumentation, sensors, cameras, and data acquisition systems
•    Perform electrical and mechanical assembly, wiring, and fitting
•    Interpret and work from wiring diagrams and technical drawings
•    Use a wide range of hand tools (e.g. ratchets, spanners) and power tools
•    Conduct trim removal/refit, restraint system installation, and fluid draining/painting tasks
•    Conduct sensor health checks and manage test data
•    Work on prototype vehicles and pre-production systems
•    Support planned maintenance and continuous improvement activities
•    Adhere to strict safety protocols and quality procedures (including UKAS 17025)
•    Collaborate with engineers to meet testing requirements and project timelines
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What We’re Looking For
Essential Experience:
•    Previous experience in a vehicle workshop or automotive environment
•    Whole vehicle build or sub-system assembly
•    Comfortable using hand tools and power tools
•    Strong understanding of vehicle components and terminology
•    Able to read and interpret wiring diagrams
Preferred Experience:
•    Experience working on prototype vehicles
•    Exposure to crash testing, data acquisition, or automotive instrumentation
•    Familiarity with automotive electrical systems or test facilities
•    Experience with high-speed cameras or FARO CMM equipment
Essential Skills & Attributes:
•    Strong communication and organisational skills
•    Good computer literacy and time management
•    Ability to multitask and work independently or in a team
•    Forklift Truck (FLT) licence required
Preferred Qualifications:
•    City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Automotive/Engineering
•    HNC/HND Level 4 or equivalent in Automotive/Engineering
•    Electrical/electronic qualifications
•    FLT and/or Crane Licence
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These roles offer an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a well-equipped, industry-leading environment. Contracts are for 12 months with strong potential for extension or transition into permanent roles.
Apply today to be part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of automotive safety.