Vehicle Paint & Body Technician — SMART Repairs

Birchwood Motor Group; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension

Vehicle purchase scheme

Job summary

Birchwood Group is looking for an experienced Bodywork/Paint Technician to join the Pronto workshop in Eastbourne. You will prepare vehicles, mix colours, apply primers and coatings, and carry out SMART repairs to a high standard.

The role offers a 42.5-hour week (Mon-Fri 08:00-17:00, Sat 08:00-12:00 on a rota), 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, and benefits including health cash plan, employee assistance, pension, and a vehicle purchase scheme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Paint Technician/Vehicle Sprayer in a busy bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of modern paint systems, refinishing techniques, and colour matching.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload.
• Proactive team player with initiative and adaptability.
• Excellent attention to detail to deliver high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and panels for painting by sanding, masking, filling, priming, and prepping.
• Mix and match paint colours to manufacturer specifications and repair requirements.
• Apply primers, basecoats, and clear coats using spray-painting equipment.
• Refurbishing painted alloy wheels and carrying out SMART repairs.
• Carry out final quality checks before vehicles are released to customers.
• Maintain spray booths and paint equipment in a clean, safe condition.
• Follow health and safety regulations and PPE requirements.
• Work with workshop staff to ensure timely vehicle turnaround.

Skills

Paint technician

Colour matching

Time management

Team player

Attention to detail

Full UK licence

Job description

Birchwood Group is looking for an experienced Bodywork/Paint Technician to join the Pronto workshop in Eastbourne. You will prepare vehicles, mix colours, apply primers and coatings, and carry out SMART repairs to a high standard.

The role offers a 42.5-hour week (Mon-Fri 08:00-17:00, Sat 08:00-12:00 on a rota), 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, and benefits including health cash plan, employee assistance, pension, and a vehicle purchase scheme.