Bodyshop Technician/Painter Newcastle upon Tyne, England upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Mesh-AI Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer based in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Bodyshop Technician/Painter to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for repairing damaged vehicles in a high-tech bodyshop environment. With an On-Target Earnings (OTE) of up to £44,000, including a basic salary of £30,000-£38,000 plus a bonus, this is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in accident or cosmetic repair to advance their skills and career.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with structured pay scales

Generous annual leave increasing with service

Enhanced family leave benefits

Discounted technology purchases

Access to GP services

Dental insurance

Critical illness cover

Discounted gym memberships

Travel insurance

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in accident/cosmetic repair and bodyshop work.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology.
• Conducting vehicle service in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and customer requests.
• Carrying out any additional repairs once authorised by the customer.
• Warranty repairs are per the manufacturer’s guidelines and relevant write up is complete.
• Taking the customers vehicle out on a road test to ensure all faults are rectified.
• Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard.

Skills

Experience in accident/cosmetic repair

Bodyshop work

Job description

Location

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

About us

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Position Details

Position: Permanent Full Time

Working hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, No Saturdays

Salary: OTE up to £44,000 (Basic salary between £30,000-£38,000 plus bonus up to £6,000)

Role Summary

Lookers VW Newcastle is recruiting for a Bodyshop Technician/painter to play a vital role within our Service team. Working within a state-of-the-art bodyshop, you will be tasked with repairing damaged vehicles in line with manufacturer’s specifications. This role would suit somebody with an accident/cosmetic repair background, so this certainly is a great opportunity to develop your skills within Cosmetic repair.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology
• Conducting vehicle service in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and customer requests
• Carrying out any additional repairs once authorised by the customer
• Warranty repairs are per the manufacturer’s guidelines and relevant write up is complete
• Taking the customers vehicle out on a road test to ensure all faults are rectified
• Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard

Qualifications

Experience in accident/cosmetic repair and bodyshop work.

Core Benefits

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments
• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection
• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• Beyond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

EEO Statement

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

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