Automotive Technician

DCS Automotive; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive bodyshop seeks a skilled Body Shop Technician to join their team in Wigan. You will restore vehicles to top condition, ensuring high-quality repairs and finishes while mentoring apprentices. Enjoy excellent working conditions and a competitive salary with overtime options.

Benefits

Paid annual leave

Company pension scheme

Overtime paid at time and a half

Qualifications

• Proven experience in panel beating and spray painting.
• Welding certification preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Restoring vehicle bodywork and frames to manufacturer standards.
• Preparing surfaces and applying high-quality paint finishes.
• Mentoring and supporting apprentices.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 1, 2 & 3 or ATA qualification

Job description

Body Shop Technician – Wigan – Competitive salary

Are you a skilled panel beater / spray painter with a keen eye for detail and a passion for restoring vehicles to top condition? We’re looking for a dedicated professional to join our team and play a key role in bringing vehicles back to life after an accident.

About Us:

DCS Automotive are a specialist automotive bodyshop and dealership specialist. Dedicated to producing bespoke and custom pickups for private and corporate customers and maintaining our white van fleet. Our modern, purpose-built facility offers excellent working conditions and state-of-the-art equipment. We are seeking a skilled Paint Sprayer/Panel Beater to join our small, dynamic team.

What you’ll be doing:

Restoring vehicle bodywork and frames to manufacturer standards Assessing damage and planning effective repairs Preparing surfaces and applying high-quality paint finishes Prioritising repairs and reworks efficiently Collaborating in a fast-paced, supportive workshop environment Mentoring and supporting apprentices as they develop their skills

What you’ll need:

Proven experience in panel beating and spray painting NVQ Level 1, 2 & 3 or ATA qualified Welding certification (preferred but not essential) Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills

What we offer:

Location: Wigan

Salary: Competitive + overtime paid at time and a half

Benefits: Paid annual leave, company pension scheme and more!

Hours: Mon-Thurs: 7:30 AM-4:30 PM | Fri: 7:30 AM-4:00 PM (40 hours per week)