Multi Skilled Vehicle Repair Technician

Are you ready to make your next great move in the automotive industry? Are you an experienced Multi Skilled Technician wanting to join a growing company? Do you want to be part of a market leading and growing automotive business that looks after its employees?

What can we offer you?

• Up to £45K per annum plus team bonus
• £500 joining bonus, paid in your first month of joining! Payable if you join on or before 1st September 2024
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Healthcare Cash Plan (including Gym and shopping discounts)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Celebration Day (to use as you wish to celebrate a significant day in your life)
• Car Insurance discount with LV
• Employee Engagement Budget (money to go out as a team and have fun!)
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme (earn £1,000 for referring people to join the team)

ABL 1 Touch are a market leading vehicle repair business since 1994, working in partnership with insurance companies. ABL 1 Touch prides itself not only in the quality of its work but in providing excellent customer service.

As we continue to grow, ABL 1 Touch are looking to recruit a Multi Skilled Vehicle Repair Technician to join their Team based in Basildon.

As a Multi Skilled Vehicle Repair Technician, you will undertake all tasks within the repair identified within a controlled period of time allowing better workflow within the workshop.

Responsibilities of a Multi Skilled Vehicle Repair Technician will include:

• Observe, recognise and report on vehicle structure and paintwork.
• Ensure that vehicles comply with safety standards when returned to customers, or that faults have been reported and noted on the job card.
• Removal and safe storage of vehicle components, fluids and gases as directed by work order.
• Removal and safe disposal of vehicle components and fluids as directed by work order.
• Quality control of all repairs, with final stage sign off.
• Report all faults, defects noticed whilst working on vehicles.
• Take care of equipment, special tools, personal tools and report any faulty equipment to your line manager.
• Actively make sure the repair method is in the job pack and is fully read, understood (e-scribe, manufacturer or other source) and displayed with the vehicle at all times.
• Replacement of all new bolted panels as directed by work order – paying attention to specified repair methods order.
• Repair of damaged panels to include filler work ready for preparation for paint.
• Paint repair – to be able to accurately use paint mixing schemes, computerised scales, spray booths and drying lamps.
• Preparation of repaired areas as directed by work order, in readiness for application of topcoat.
• Application of topcoat to manufacturer’s specification.
• Flat and polish to high standard as and when required.
• Ensure PAS125 / Health & Safety processes are adhered to.
• Accurately document and identify all components, materials and consumables used.
• Protect customers vehicles with covers and dust sheets etc.
• Safeguard the customers’ vehicle and contents whilst being repaired.
• Sign off QC sheet as per documented process and get the ATA of each department to counter sign if audited under BSI current standards.

Skills and experience required as a Multi Skilled Vehicle Repair Technician:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Body repair of motor vehicles (Paint / Panel MET).
• Full UK Driving licence.
• Willing to gain relevant qualifications in line with workshop / site requirements.
• ATA Qualifications in any area are an advantage but not essential.
• Previous experience in Bodyshop repairs.
• Team Player who uses initiative.
• Flexibility and a can-do attitude.
• Cultural and organisational insight and takes responsibility for own actions.

Joining our team at ABL 1 Touch means becoming part of a dynamic organisation that values its employees and provides opportunities for professional growth. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and a supportive work environment.