Body Repair Technician

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Pension

Staff discounts

Cycle-to-work

Long service awards

Corporate discounts

Top employer award

Career development

Fixed hours

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a leading UK used car supermarket group for a Vehicle Body Repair Technician at their North Bristol site. This role offers a clear career path within a reputable organisation and hands-on responsibility in a busy workshop.

The successful candidate will conduct high-quality body repairs across various vehicles, including painting, alignment, SMART repairs and preparation, while adhering to safety standards and working collaboratively with the

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Body Repair Technician or in a similar role.
• ATA accreditation desirable but not essential.
• A valid UK driving licence with minimal points.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality body repairs on a variety of vehicles, including painting, alignment, SMART repairs, and preparation.
• Ensure all repairs meet quality standards and are completed within specified timeframes.
• Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe working environment.
• Maintain an organised and clean workshop environment.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to ensure smooth workflow and excellent repair results.
• Liaise with team members and management to ensure efficient workshop operations.

Skills

Vehicle Body Repair

UK Driving Licence

ATA accreditation

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK used car supermarket group for the position of Vehicle Body Repair Technician at their North Bristol site.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals looking to advance their career within a reputable organisation. The successful Vehicle Body Repair Technician will be integral to delivering high-quality repairs in a dynamic workshop environment, working as part of a friendly team dedicated to excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary between £30,000 and £36,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• Uncapped efficiency-based bonus scheme, with some employees earning over £3,000 annually, and others earning double or triple this amount
• 23 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 25 days with service
• Paid overtime at standard rate
• Workplace pension scheme
• Generous staff discounts, including vehicle purchase benefits and corporate discounts
• Cycle-to-work scheme and colleague assistance programme
• Long service awards
• Access to a comprehensive corporate discount scheme
• Opportunity to work within a Top 35 ranking 'Best Company to work for' as rated by Glassdoor from 2021
• Long-term career development prospects within one of the UK's leading used car supermarket groups
• Standard hours of 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday

Duties as a Body Repair Technician will involve

• Conduct high-quality body repairs on a variety of vehicles, including painting, alignment, SMART repairs, and preparation
• Ensure all repairs meet quality standards and are completed within specified timeframes
• Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe working environment
• Maintain an organised and clean workshop environment
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to ensure smooth workflow and excellent repair results
• Liaise with team members and management to ensure efficient workshop operations

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Body Repair Technician or in a similar role
• ATA accreditation is desirable but not essential
• A valid UK driving licence with minimal points
• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work
• Ability to identify faults and carry out repairs with accuracy and precision
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented approach