Smart Repair Technician

Retail Renault Group UK Ltd.; Swansea; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-efficient car scheme

Company car

Job summary

Renault Swansea is seeking an experienced SMART Repair Technician to join our team at Swansea Enterprise Park in Llansamlet. You will carry out SMART cosmetic repairs to manufacturer standards, delivering quality workmanship and excellent customer outcomes in a well-equipped workshop.

The role offers a base salary of £33,359 per annum with OTE £45,035 and a company car. Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, 40 hours per week, plus a comprehensive benefits package and manufacturer training.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a SMART Repair Technician or in a 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.
• Professional and customer-focused approach.
• ATA accreditation or equivalent bodyshop qualification is advantageous.

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 vehicle defects that may require further repair or attention.
• Support alloy wheel refurbishment work where required.
• Ensure all work is completed accurately and within agreed repair times.
• Maintain a safe, organised, and professional working environment.
• Follow workshop processes and manufacturer procedures at all times.

Skills

Paint preparation

Cosmetic repair

Attention to detail

Customer-focused

Workload management

Job description

SMART Repair Technician / SMART Repairer

Renault Swansea

Llansamlet SA7 9DG

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

Join Our SMART Repair Team in Swansea

Renault Retail Group is looking for an experienced SMART Repair Technician to join our team at Renault Swansea, based on Swansea Enterprise Park in Llansamlet (SA7).

Working within our established workshop operation, you'll help ensure customer vehicles are repaired to a high cosmetic standard, delivering quality workmanship and excellent customer outcomes.

Our Swansea site already operates a dedicated SMART repair facility, providing the successful candidate with a well-equipped working environment and the opportunity to further develop their skills within a manufacturer-owned business.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established operation with modern facilities, ongoing manufacturer training, and the support of a wider Aftersales team.

Technician Benefits

We offer an industry-leading benefits package that is second to none:

• Access to a tax-efficient new car scheme (ECOS/ECOP)
  • High-spec vehicles replaced annually
• Family Car Scheme
  • Typically from £139 per month
  • Eligibility applies after probation 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
  • No 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

• 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 vehicle defects that may require further repair or attention
• Support alloy wheel refurbishment work where required
• Ensure all work is completed accurately and within agreed repair times
• Maintain a safe, organised, and professional working environment
• Follow workshop processes and manufacturer procedures at all times

What We're Looking For

• 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

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, regularly reached and uncapped
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:0 pm
• 30-minute lunch break
• 40 hours per week