Bodyshop Paint Technician

Location Southampton Region Hampshire Category Accident & Repair Centre - Southampton (SARC)
(Bodyshop) Vacancy Type Permanent/Full Time Salary £70,000 OTE Competitive Salary (uncapped) Job Summary

Based in the South and South-West of England, Snows Motor Group isan AM Top 50 automotive retailer covering 20brands across
54franchises. We differentiate ourselves from ourcompetitorsby delivering an exceptional level of service toboth our customers and manufacturing partners We are currently on the lookout for a talented Bodyshop Paint Technician to join our team at Snows Accident Repair Centre,based in Southampton.

The Bodyshop Paint Technician is part of the paint shop and is responsible for the refinish paint work to all vehicles in the workshop for repair. This includes the preparation stage through to completion, always achieving a high standard of repair.

Your day will include working alongside others in the Bodyshop team:

• Responsible for ensuring the correct paint repair is performed on the damaged vehicles.
• Ensuring the correct paint is chosen and the appropriate preparation is performed on the vehicle before it is painted.
• Maintain the paint room and associated equipment to ensure it is of a good working order reporting any defaults to the management.
• Follow instructions on the job card regarding the re-paint.
• Use PPE and safety measure in the paint room (extraction fan) to minimise accidents.
• Supervise other team members as necessary.
• Report any problems that arise to the Work Controller and liaise with other departments where appropriate.

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

• Highly competitive salary.
• Full training and support to help you immerse yourself in the role and Snows values.
• 30 days holiday, inc. Bank holidays plus additional holiday entitlement as recognition of length of service with Snows at 5, 10, 15, 20 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 dependant – tool box insurance

Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00(with half hour for lunch)

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