Smart Technician

AutoSkills (United Kingdom); Gloucester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £40k

Mon-Fri schedule

Career progression

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) invites an experienced Multi-Skilled Painter / SMART Technician to join our professional accident repair team. You will perform paint, refinishing and SMART repair work on vehicles, delivering factory-quality finishes and supporting the wider bodyshop operations.

This role offers a salary of up to £40,000, a Monday to Friday 08:30–17:00 schedule, and no weekend commitments, providing a strong work-life balance while developing your technical versatility in a modern

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Paint Sprayer or SMART Technician in an automotive bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of modern automotive paint systems and refinishing techniques.
• Experience carrying out SMART repairs and cosmetic repairs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out paint spraying, refinishing and SMART repair work to a high standard.
• Prepare panels and vehicles for paint, including sanding, masking and priming.
• Colour matching, blending, polishing and finishing to factory standards.
• Carry out minor cosmetic repairs and SMART repairs with seamless finishes.
• Inspect and rectify issues to maintain repair quality.
• Collaborate with Panel Technicians and Estimators to ensure throughput.

Skills

PaintSprayer

SMART Technician

Multi-skilled

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Quality workmanship

Education

IMI and/or ATA qualification

Job description

Salary: Up to £40,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:30 - 17:00

Looking for a role where your paint and SMART repair skills are genuinely valued, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?

If you're an experienced Multi-Skilled Painter / SMART Technician looking for a move that allows you to use a broader range of your technical abilities within a professional accident repair environment, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Offering a salary of up to £40,000 depending on experience, alongside a Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 working pattern and no weekend commitments, this role provides an excellent work-life balance without compromising your career. You'll be joining a modern bodyshop where your technical ability, versatility and quality workmanship are recognised, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills and become a valued member of an experienced team.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary - Up to £40,000 Depending on Experience
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern
• Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Multi-Skilled Painter / SMART Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out a range of paint, refinishing and SMART repair activities on vehicles, delivering high-quality results across both cosmetic and accident-related repairs. Your versatility will be key to supporting the wider bodyshop operation and maintaining efficient vehicle throughput.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out paint spraying, refinishing and SMART repair work to a consistently high standard
• Prepare panels and vehicles for paint, including sanding, masking, priming and surface preparation
• Complete colour matching, blending, polishing and finishing to achieve factory-quality results
• Carry out minor cosmetic repairs and SMART repairs, ensuring seamless finishes
• Inspect completed work and rectify any imperfections to maintain excellent repair quality
• Work closely with Panel Technicians, MET Technicians, VDA/Estimators and Workshop Controllers to maintain efficient vehicle throughput
• Maintain paint equipment, specialist SMART repair equipment and working areas in a clean and safe condition
• Follow manufacturer repair methods, bodyshop quality standards and Health & Safety procedures

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an experienced and versatile Multi-Skilled Painter / SMART Technician who takes pride in their craftsmanship and can confidently work across paint, refinishing and SMART repair disciplines.

• Proven experience as a Paint Sprayer, Paint Technician, SMART Technician or Multi-Skilled Painter within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop
• Strong knowledge of modern automotive paint systems and refinishing techniques
• Experience carrying out SMART repairs and minor cosmetic repairs
• Strong preparation, paint application, colour matching and blending skills
• Ability to produce consistently high-quality, factory-standard finishes
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work efficiently across a range of repair requirements within a busy production environment
• Good understanding of manufacturer repair methods and bodyshop quality standards
• Reliable, professional and motivated approach to work
• Strong team player with good communication skills
• Ideally IMI and/or ATA qualified (advantageous but not essential)
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred

Alternative Job Titles:

Multi-Skilled Painter / SMART Technician / SMART Repair Technician / SMART Technician / Paint Technician / Paint Sprayer / Automotive Paint Technician / Vehicle Paint Sprayer / Paint Refinisher / Automotive Refinisher / SMART Repairer / Cosmetic Repair Technician / Bodyshop Paint Technician / Accident Repair Paint Technician / Vehicle Refinisher / Prep & Paint Technician

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional accident repair business that values technical versatility, rewards experience and offers genuine long-term career development. With a salary of up to £40,000, Monday to Friday working hours and a modern working environment, this role offers the opportunity to use your wider skill set while maintaining an excellent work-life balance.

If you're an experienced Multi-Skilled Painter / SMART Technician looking for your next challenge and want your technical skills, versatility and quality workmanship to be recognised and rewarded, we'd love to hear from you.