Details:
- Salary: £34,000 - 40,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Maidstone
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
We are recruiting for an experienced SMART Repair Technician, Bodyshop Technician, Cosmetic Repair Technician or Automotive Repair Technician to join a busy bodyshop in Maidstone. Applicants must have previous accident or cosmetic repair experience, strong practical SMART repair skills and the right to work in the UK.
Location: Maidstone
Salary: £30,000–£34,000 basic DOE
OTE: Up to £40,000
Hours: 42 hours per week – Monday to Thursday 8:00am–5:00pm, Friday 8:00am–4:30pm
Benefits:
Competitive salary with clear progression
Generous holiday allowance (increases with service)
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
24/7 online GP and mental health support
Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing schemes
Flexible salary access via PayNow app
Retail, travel, and fitness discounts
Pension scheme and Life Assurance
Manufacturer-accredited training and development
SMART Repair Technician Role
Carry out cosmetic and SMART repairs on damaged vehicles
Strip, refurbish and fit components as required
Complete a variety of vehicle cosmetic repair work
Repair vehicles in line with required manufacturer specifications
Work as a multi-skilled member of the bodyshop team
Use appropriate PPE and follow all health and safety procedures
Maintain high standards of workmanship across all completed repairsSMART Repair Technician Requirements
Previous accident repair or cosmetic vehicle repair experience
Experience as a SMART Repair Technician, Bodyshop Technician, Cosmetic Repair Technician or similar
Strong practical ability across a range of SMART and cosmetic repairs
Experience stripping, refurbishing and fitting vehicle components
Ability to follow manufacturer repair procedures
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Good understanding of bodyshop health and safety requirements
Right to work in the UKHow to Apply
If you're interested in this SMART Repair Technician vacancy in Maidstone, please apply with your CV and one of our consultants will contact you upon receipt. This position would suit an experienced accident or cosmetic repair professional looking to broaden their SMART Repair skills within a busy bodyshop environment.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Consultant: Robert Samuels - Octane Recruitment
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Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff.
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