Bodyshop Cosmetic Repair Paint Technician

Snows Group; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Bournemouth is looking for a Cosmetic Paint Technician to deliver high-quality paint repairs. You will work within a dynamic team, responsible for all aspects of vehicle re-finishing and maintaining the paint facility. The ideal candidate will have relevant automotive accreditation and experience in delivering exceptional service. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive training, and various benefits including holidays and a pension scheme. Join us and grow with the company.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

30 days holiday

Life Assurance Benefit

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturer-approved accident repair centre.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Ability to meet agreed work deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure paint repair is performed on damaged vehicles.
• Maintain the paint room and report defective equipment.
• Discuss repair requirements with Dealerships.

Skills

Automotive paint re-finishing

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

NVQs or City & Guilds accreditation

Job description

Location Bournemouth Region Dorset Category Toyota - Bournemouth (STB)
Job Summary

The Driving Spirit

Based in the South and South‑West of England, Snows Motor Group is an AM Top 50 automotive retailer covering 20 brands across 54 franchises. We differentiate ourselves from our competitors by delivering an exceptional level of service to both our customers and manufacturing partners.

Your day

The Cosmetic Paint Technician is a member of the Cosmetic Operations and will report to the Smart Operations Manager. The Cosmetic Paint Technician is part of the off‑site team and is responsible for the refinish paint work to all vehicles at our Dealership sites. This includes the preparation stage through to completion, always achieving a high standard of repair. You will be working from one of our state‑of‑the‑art Cosmetic facilities based at Bournemouth.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the correct paint repair is performed on damaged vehicles.
• Choose the correct paint and perform appropriate preparation before painting.
• Maintain the paint room and associated equipment; report defective equipment to management.
• Follow instructions on the job card regarding the repaint.
• Use PPE and take all appropriate safety measures to work safely and maintain the facility.
• Supervise other team members as necessary.
• Report problems to the SMART Ops Manager and liaise with other departments where appropriate.
• Manage your workflow.
• Carry out basic vehicle appraisals and costings.
• Discuss repair requirements with Dealerships.

Have you got what it takes?

• Relevant industry NVQs or City & Guilds accreditation.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturer‑approved accident repair centre.
• Experience in all aspects of automotive paint re‑finishing and delivering a quality finish.
• Commitment to working as part of a team.
• Able to plan, organise yourself and meet agreed work deadlines.
• Attention to detail and maintain good, accurate quality of work.
• Experience providing a first‑class service to customers.
• Full clean driving licence.

What is in it for you?

• Highly competitive salary.
• Full training and support to help you immerse yourself in the role and Snows values.
• 30 days holiday, including bank holidays, plus additional holiday entitlement as recognition of length of service with Snows at 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 years anniversary (pro rata for part‑time employees).
• Birthday day off.
• Discounted MOTs, Service & Parts.
• Recommend a Friend Bonus / Introducing a Customer Bonus.
• Life Assurance Benefit.
• Snows Contributory Pension Scheme.
• BEN – Employee Assistance Programme.
• Excellent development opportunities to learn & grow with Snows.
• Role dependent – toolbox insurance.

Hours of work

Monday to Friday 08:00 – 17:00 (with a half‑hour lunch).

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period; therefore, we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you do not hear back from us within 2 weeks of applying, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Important Consent Note

By clicking the “Submit Application” button, you are expressly giving your consent for us to retain and share your CV within the Snows Group. This is for the purpose of highlighting your details to other roles within the Group which may be suitable for you. As a result, you are giving your consent to receive verbal and email contact from Snows for the purposes of discussing our available roles with you. Snows will not use your details for any other purpose or share your details with any third parties outside of the Group. If you do not give your explicit consent for the reasons stated above, please do not click the “Submit Application” button.

Thank you for applying to Snows.