Multi Skilled Technician

Auto Skills UK; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mon-Fri 8:00-17:00

40-hour working week

Modern manufacturer-approved centre

Ongoing training

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

AutoSkills UK is seeking an experienced Multi-Skilled Bodyshop Technician in Stoke-on-Trent. You will perform a wide range of accident repair duties across multiple disciplines, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to manufacturer standards.

Join a forward-thinking, manufacturer-approved centre with ongoing training, career progression, and a 40-hour week. Monday to Friday, no weekend work, with a competitive salary and modern equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Multi-Skilled Bodyshop Technician within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop.
• Competent in panel repairs, MET strip and refit, vehicle preparation, and minor paint refinishing.
• Strong understanding of modern vehicle construction and manufacturer-approved repair techniques.
• Ability to work across multiple repair disciplines while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Ideally IMI and/or ATA qualified (advantageous but not essential).
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality repairs.
• Ability to work efficiently within a fast-paced production environment while achieving productivity targets.
• Positive team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality panel repairs, panel replacement, and minor structural repairs.
• Remove and refit mechanical, electrical, and trim components using manufacturer-approved repair methods.
• Complete vehicle preparation work including sanding, masking, priming, and panel finishing.
• Carry out minor paint repairs, blending, polishing, and cosmetic refinishing where required.
• Identify additional vehicle damage and communicate repair requirements to the Vehicle Damage Assessor or Workshop Controller.
• Work collaboratively with Panel, Paint, and MET teams to ensure efficient vehicle throughput and on-time completion.
• Ensure all repairs comply with manufacturer specifications, BS10125 standards, and company quality procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop while following all Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.

Skills

Multi-skilled bodyshop technician

Panel repairs

MET strip & refit

Vehicle preparation

Minor paint refinishing

Job description

EXPERIENCED MULTI-SKILLED BODYSHOP TECHNICIAN

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:00 - 17:00

Looking for a role where your broad skillset is recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?

If you're an experienced Multi-Skilled Bodyshop Technician looking to join a forward-thinking accident repair centre, this is an outstanding opportunity to work within a modern, manufacturer-approved bodyshop where your versatility, technical expertise, and quality workmanship are genuinely appreciated. Offering a competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience, you'll become part of a business that continually invests in the latest repair technology, equipment, and the ongoing development of its technicians.

Enjoy a fantastic work-life balance with a Monday to Friday working pattern and no weekend commitments. Working alongside a highly skilled team of Vehicle Damage Assessors, Workshop Controllers, MET Technicians, Paint Technicians, and Panel Beaters, you'll repair a wide range of vehicles while developing your career within a supportive, professional, and rewarding environment.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary (£40,000 - £45,000 Depending on Experience)
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern (8:00am - 5:00pm)
• 40-Hour Working Week
• Full-Time, Permanent Position
• Modern Manufacturer-Approved Accident Repair Centre
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Multi-Skilled Bodyshop Technician, you will carry out a wide range of accident repair duties across multiple disciplines, ensuring vehicles are repaired safely, efficiently, and to manufacturer-approved standards. This is an ideal opportunity for a technician who enjoys variety and is confident working across panel, MET, preparation, and paint disciplines to support workshop productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out high-quality panel repairs, panel replacement, and minor structural repairs
• Remove and refit mechanical, electrical, and trim components using manufacturer-approved repair methods
• Complete vehicle preparation work including sanding, masking, priming, and panel finishing
• Carry out minor paint repairs, blending, polishing, and cosmetic refinishing where required
• Identify additional vehicle damage and communicate repair requirements to the Vehicle Damage Assessor or Workshop Controller
• Work collaboratively with Panel, Paint, and MET teams to ensure efficient vehicle throughput and on-time completion
• Ensure all repairs comply with manufacturer specifications, BS10125 standards, and company quality procedures
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop while following all Health & Safety and COSHH regulations

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an experienced, adaptable, and quality-driven Multi-Skilled Bodyshop Technician who takes pride in delivering first-class workmanship across multiple repair disciplines.

• Previous experience as a Multi-Skilled Bodyshop Technician within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop
• Competent in panel repairs, MET strip and refit, vehicle preparation, and minor paint refinishing
• Strong understanding of modern vehicle construction and manufacturer-approved repair techniques
• Ability to work confidently across multiple repair disciplines while maintaining exceptional quality standards
• Ideally IMI and/or ATA qualified (advantageous but not essential)
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality repairs
• Ability to work efficiently within a fast-paced production environment while achieving productivity targets
• Positive team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, self-motivated, and committed to delivering outstanding customer satisfaction
• Full UK Driving Licence required

Alternative Job Titles:

Multi-Skilled Bodyshop Technician / Multi-Skilled Technician / Bodyshop Technician / Multi-Skilled Repair Technician / Panel Beater / MET Technician / Strip & Fit Technician / Automotive Repair Technician / Vehicle Body Repair Technician / Accident Repair Technician

Contact - Steve @ AutoSkills UK - Job reference - 54374