SMART Repair Technician
Application Deadline: 5 October 2026
Department: Bodyshop
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Crawley, West Sussex
Reporting To: Barry Giles
Compensation: £36,000 - £43,300 / year
Description
Want your weekends back for good? At Vines, you’ll never work weekends. Enjoy a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday between (08:00-18:00), and be part of a supportive, family-focused team that genuinely values its employees.
We’re looking for an experienced SMART Repairer to join our Bodyshop team at Vines of Gatwick!
You’ll be responsible for carrying out high-quality cosmetic repairs to vehicles, from minor dents and paintwork through to alloy wheel refurbishment. Working in a fast-paced environment, you’ll help ensure vehicles are finished to an excellent standard and ready for customers as efficiently as possible.
What you will be doing:
- Carry out SMART repairs, including paintwork, light filling and minor dent removal
- Refurbish and repair alloy wheels
- Prepare, mask, paint, lacquer, polish and finish vehicles to a high standard
- Inspect vehicles and identify any additional repair work required
- Work efficiently to meet turnaround times without compromising on quality
- Accurately record completed work and repair times
- Take care of vehicles while they are in the Bodyshop
- Keep your work area clean, organised and compliant with health & safety requirements
- Support the wider team with additional duties when required
What We're Looking For:
- At least 3 years' SMART Repair experience
- Glass repair, interior trim and PDR experience is preferred but not essential
- Strong knowledge of SMART repair techniques and alloy wheel refurbishment
- Experience in paint mixing, preparation, masking, painting and machine polishing
- Ability to work at pace while maintaining excellent standards
- A keen eye for detail and pride in producing a high-quality finish
- A flexible, positive and proactive approach
- A collaborative and organised approach to tasks
- Confidence working independently and using your own initiative
- A full UK driving licence
Benefits
- Great Team: Work with friendly, passionate people who love what they do.
- Exciting Challenges: Keep things interesting with new tasks and challenges every day.
- Great Perks: Competitive pay, cool benefits, and plenty of room to grow.
- 24 Days Holiday: Plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days with service.
- Birthday Off: Celebrate your special day!
- Staff Purchase Scheme: Discounts on cars and motorbikes.
- Health Plan: Medical health cash plan.
- Enhanced Parental Benefits
- Flexible Holidays: Buy and sell holiday days.
- Growth Opportunities: Job shadowing scheme and training at the BMW Academy.
- Extra Perks: High street discount vouchers, sabbatical leave, long service awards, and much more!
For more details, check out our staff benefits.
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SMART Repair Technician employer: Vines Group
Vines Group is an exceptional employer located in Crawley, West Sussex, offering a dynamic work environment where teamwork and collaboration thrive. With flexible holiday options and a commitment to employee growth, you will find ample opportunities for professional development while enjoying a supportive culture that values your contributions. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering excellence in the automotive industry.
