Bodyshop Cosmetic Repair Paint Technician

Location Bournemouth Region Dorset Category Toyota – Bournemouth (STB) Vacancy Type Permanent/Full Time Salary £55000 OTE Competitive Salary (Uncapped)

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. We are currently on the lookout for a talented Bodyshop Cosmetic Repair Paint Technician to join our team at Snows Accident Repair Centre, based in Bournemouth.

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 Buurnemouth.

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 defective equipment to the management.
• Follow instructions on the job card regarding the re‑paint.
• Use PPE and take all appropriate safety measures to ensure you are working safely and looking after the facility you are operating in.
• Supervise other team members as necessary.
• Report any problems that arise to the SMART Ops Manager and liaise with other departments where appropriate.
• Manage your work flow
• Carry out basic vehicle appraisals and costings
• Discuss repair requirements with Dealerships

Have you got what it takes?

• 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.

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, inc. 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 dependant – tool box insurance

Hours of work

Monday to Friday 0800 – 1700 (with half hour for lunch).

Application

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.