Hands-On Workshop Technician: Vehicle Prep & Training

Manpower; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower is seeking a Workshop Technician in Nuneaton, Warwickshire. The role focuses on equipment preparation, testing support, and delivering practical repair training to partners and customers.

The successful candidate will have hands-on vehicle repair experience, knowledge of workshop processes, paint preparation, and COSHH compliance. A safety-first mindset plus good communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in vehicle repair or closely related automotive trade.
• Strong understanding of workshop processes used in vehicle preparation and finishing.
• Experience with paint preparation and application processes: masking, clearcoat, defect removal, polishing.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock control and inventory, including placing orders and organising product storage.
• Coordinate deliveries and ensure materials are received, stored correctly, and ready for training and testing activities.
• Prepare vehicles and testing panels for use by Application Engineers.
• Support new product testing activities, including paint preparation, vehicle masking, paint application, clearcoat defect removal, and polishing.
• Assist in delivering training on vehicle repair solutions to channel partners, end user customers (bodyshops), and internal sales teams.
• Monitor and control chemicals on site, including COSHH assessments and maintaining safe handling practices.
• Validate and update safe systems of work for equipment such as sanders, grinders, and other workshop tools.
• Carry out general facilities management duties, including welcoming visitors and setting up meeting rooms before and after training events.
• Support workshop readiness by ensuring work areas are prepared, tidy, and suitable for training sessions.
• Maintain a can-do attitude and work effectively with a wide range of people and learning styles.

Skills

Hands-on repair

Vehicle prep

Finishing processes

COSHH awareness

Chemical handling

Safety-minded

Clear communication

Training support

Basic IT

Education

Relevant automotive trade qualification

Job description

Manpower is seeking a Workshop Technician in Nuneaton, Warwickshire. The role focuses on equipment preparation, testing support, and delivering practical repair training to partners and customers.

The successful candidate will have hands-on vehicle repair experience, knowledge of workshop processes, paint preparation, and COSHH compliance. A safety-first mindset plus good communication skills are essential.