Smart Repair Technician

Renault Retail Group; Newport; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Insured Car Every Year

Family Car Scheme

Car insurance included on both schemes

33 days' annual leave

Pension scheme with PHI

World-Class Manufacturer training

Share Incentive Scheme

Staff discounts on vehicles, parts, &饰

Job summary

Renault Retail Group Bristol is seeking an experienced SMART Repair Technician to join our growing operation at Pioneer Park, Bristol (BS4).

The role involves delivering high-quality cosmetic repairs on customer vehicles from our Pro+ Van Service Centre, with a view to expanding into alloy wheel refurbishment as the service develops.

Qualifications

• Experience performing SMART cosmetic repairs to a high standard.
• Strong paint preparation and finishing skills.
• Professional, customer-focused with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Carry out SMART cosmetic repairs to manufacturer standards.
• Repair scratches, scuffs, paint damage and minor panel defects.
• Undertake paintless dent repairs where appropriate.
• Prepare, repair and refinish damaged panels.
• Identify additional defects needing repair.
• Support alloy wheel refurbishment as the service develops.
• Ensure work is completed accurately and within repair times.
• Maintain a safe, organised working environment.

Skills

Cosmetic repairs

Paint preparation

Attention to detail

Customer focus

Time management

Education

ATA accreditation or equivalent

Job description

Smart Repair Technician / SMART Repairer

Renault Retail Group Bristol

Pioneer Park, Unit D, Bristol (BS4)

£33,359 pa basic salary + OTE £45,035 pa

+ New Insured Car Every Year + Family Car Scheme Options

Join Our SMART Repair Team in Bristol

Renault Retail Group is looking for an experienced SMART Repair Technician to join our growing operation based at Pioneer Park, Bristol (BS4).

Working from our Pro+ Van Service Centre at Unit D, you'll help ensure customer vehicles are repaired to a high cosmetic standard, delivering quality workmanship and excellent customer outcomes.

Renault Retail Group is investing in a dedicated SMART repair area within the workshop, including a preparation area, SMART repair oven, and paint mixing facilities. As the operation develops, there will also be opportunities to support the introduction of alloy wheel refurbishment services, with training available for the successful candidate.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing operation at an early stage of development, helping shape a specialist SMART repair function within our Bristol business.

Benefits

We offer an industry-leading benefits package:

• Access to a tax-efficient new car scheme (ECOS/ECOP)
  • High-spec vehicles replaced annually
• Family Car Scheme
  • Typically frm £139 per month
  • Eligibility applies after prbation for the first vehicle, with a second vehicle available after 12 months' service
  • Vehicles replaced annually
• Car insurance included on both schemes
• 33 days' annual leave including Bank Holidays, increasing to 36 days with service
• Pension scheme including permanent health insurance and death-in-service benefit
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies
• Structured career path with World-Class Manufacturer training
  • N one knows Renault better than us as we're Manufacturer-owned
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Staff discounts on new and used vehicles, parts, servicing, and accessories
• Cycle to Work scheme, including e-bikes
• Discounted gym membership
• Eye test voucher scheme
• Mortgage and pension advice seminars
• A well-supported working environment with modern tools and equipment

What You'll Do

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out SMART cosmetic repairs to manufacturer standards
• Repairing scratches, scuffs, paint damage, and minor panel defects
• Undertaking paintless dent repairs where appropriate
• Preparing, repairing, and refinishing damaged panels
• Identifying additional vehicle defects that may require further repair or attention
• Supporting alloy wheel refurbishment work as the service develops
• Ensuring all work is completed accurately and within agreed repair times
• Maintaining a safe, organised, and professional working environment
• Following workshop processes and manufacturer procedures at all times

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Previous experience as a SMART Repair Technician, Cosmetic Repair Technician, Paint Technician, Vehicle Prep Technician, or similar role
• Strong repair and paint preparation skills
• Experience carrying out cosmetic vehicle repairs to a high standard
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Ability to manage workload efficiently while maintaining quality standards
• A professional and customer-focused approach

The following would be advantageous, but not essential:

• Paintless dent repair experience
• Alloy wheel repair experience
• ATA accreditation or equivalent bodyshop qualification

Training can be provided for successful candidates looking to develop additional SMART repair skills.

Licence Requirement

A full UK manual driving licence (manual and automatic vehicles) is essential for this role.

Hours & Pay

• £33,359 pa basic salary
• OTE £45,035 pa, achievable and uncapped
• Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm with 30 minutes lunch break
• 40 hours per week