Senior SMART Repair Technician – Mon-Fri, Modern Workshop

Auto Skills UK; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoSkills UK in Nottingham is seeking an Experienced SMART Technician to perform high-quality SMART repairs on accident-damaged and cosmetic vehicle bodies. You will join a professional bodyshop team and apply specialist skills to restore vehicles efficiently while upholding superior workmanship.

The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule (08:30–17:00), a competitive salary dependent on experience, and a pathway for ongoing training and career progression within a modern workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a SMART Repair Technician within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of SMART repair techniques and cosmetic vehicle repairs.
• Experience with minor dent repairs, scratch and scuff repairs, plastic repairs and bumper repairs.
• Strong understanding of paint preparation, colour matching, blending and refinishing.
• Ability to produce high-quality repairs with excellent attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of modern vehicle bodywork and repair techniques.
• Able to work efficiently in a busy production environment while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Carry out SMART repairs to vehicle bodywork, including minor dents, scratches, scuffs and cosmetic damage.
• Complete paint repairs, colour matching, blending and refinishing to a high standard.
• Carry out minor plastic repairs, bumper repairs and associated cosmetic repairs where required.
• Assess vehicle damage and determine the most appropriate SMART repair techniques.
• Prepare surfaces effectively to achieve high-quality, seamless repair finishes.
• Work closely with Panel Technicians, MET Technicians, Paint Technicians and Workshop Controllers.
• Inspect completed repairs and rectify any imperfections to ensure excellent quality standards.
• Follow manufacturer repair methods, Health & Safety procedures and bodyshop quality standards.

Skills

SMART Repair experience

Cosmetic repairs

Paint preparation

Colour matching

Bumper repairs

Attention to detail

Team player

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

IMI/ATA qualifications advantageous

Job description

AutoSkills UK in Nottingham is seeking an Experienced SMART Technician to perform high-quality SMART repairs on accident-damaged and cosmetic vehicle bodies. You will join a professional bodyshop team and apply specialist skills to restore vehicles efficiently while upholding superior workmanship.

The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule (08:30–17:00), a competitive salary dependent on experience, and a pathway for ongoing training and career progression within a modern workshop environment.