SMART Repair Technician

Evans Halshaw; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer based in Sunderland is seeking a SMART Repair Technician to join its growing teams across the UK. The role involves performing SMART repairs on various vehicles, including cosmetic paint repairs and wheel refurbishments. Candidates must have previous experience or transferable skills and a full UK driving licence. The company offers a competitive salary with uncapped earning potential, a joining bonus, and extensive benefits including 33 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Potential target earnings of £50,000

£2,000 joining bonus

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Exclusive company discounts

Paid day to volunteer

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a SMART or Wheel Technician in automotive.
• Welcoming new applicants with relevant, transferrable skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of SMART repair to a range of vehicles.
• Perform cosmetic paint repairs to high internal standards.
• Keep updated with industry standards of SMART repair techniques.

Skills

SMART repair techniques

Cosmetic paint repairs

Mixing and colour matching

Repairing painted or diamond cut wheels

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Evans Halshaw

Sunderland Renault

• Potential target earnings of £50,000 - Dependent on skills & experience
• £2,000 joining bonus *
• UNCAPPED EARNING POTENTIAL
• 3 month guaranteed bonus upon joining, pension, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales services

A career with Evans Halshaw offers the chance to work with both inspirational brands and pioneering products, in a dynamic and exhilarating environment and we now have an exciting opportunity for a SMART Repair Technician to join our busy and growing SMART teams across the UK.

As our SMART Technician you’ll be tasked with the following:

• Carrying out all aspects of SMART repair to a wide range of vehicles in our workshop
• Cosmetic paint repairs working to our internal used car preparation standard
• Mixing and colour matching, painting all repaired areas to a high standard, with a polished finish
• Keeping up to date and learning the industry standards of SMART repair techniques
• Repairing painted or diamond cut wheels that have scrapes and scuffs back to a high standard of re‑finish

What does it take to make it as a SMART Repair Technician and progress with one of the UK’s largest SMART repair operations?

• Previous experience as a SMART or Wheel Technician in automotive
• We welcome new to industry applicants with relevant, transferrable skills. Roles such as Valeting, detailing or experience of painting
• A full UK Driving Licence

What we can offer you:

• Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love
• Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday
• Our industry‑leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters most
• Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart
• We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that’s why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries
• Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities
• Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme
• Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding
• Know someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral scheme

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people:

As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we’re passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—fuel everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you're ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we’d love to have you with us on this journey.

*Terms & Conditions apply