SMART Repair

Salary/rate:£37,000 – £40,000 basic salary
Type of work desired:Permanent
Desired work region:Merseyside
Relocation possible:No
Reason for leaving:Available Immediately
References on file:2701
Sector:SMART Repair
Post Date:May 21, 2026
Ref:2701
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Meet Our Recruiter

About Profile

This candidate is an experienced SMART Repair Technician with a strong background in cosmetic vehicle repair, paint spraying and bodyshop preparation within fast-paced automotive environments. Their experience combines excellent paint repair knowledge with hands-on expertise across SMART repair, refinishing and cosmetic refurbishment work within both dealership and production-based operations.

Currently working within a premium automotive environment, they are responsible for repairing and refinishing vehicles to a high cosmetic standard, carrying out preparation, paint mixing, spraying, polishing and finishing work while maintaining strict quality standards throughout the repair process.

A major strength is their practical hands-on experience across all stages of SMART repair and paint refinement. Their background includes sanding damaged areas, applying primers and fillers, masking vehicles correctly and baking painted areas before final polishing and finishing. They are also highly experienced in paint preparation and colour processing, including mixing and weighing paint and hardeners accurately using paint systems and scales.

Alongside dealership SMART repair work, they have also gained valuable experience within manufacturing and production environments, carrying out bumper and tailgate repairs for major automotive brands while working to strict deadlines and quality standards. Their ability to work efficiently within high-volume environments demonstrates strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills.

They also bring additional cosmetic repair experience across plastics, trims and interior surfaces, with previous roles involving repairs to scratches, dents, chips and damaged materials using a variety of repair and refinishing techniques. Their adaptable and hardworking approach has helped them build strong all-round SMART repair knowledge across multiple automotive environments.

Professional, reliable and highly motivated, they are now looking for a long-term SMART Repair opportunity within a professional dealership or bodyshop environment where they can continue developing their skills within the motor trade.

Key Experience & Strengths

SMART repair and cosmetic repair experience
Paint preparation and vehicle refinishing
Paint mixing and colour processing
Masking, sanding and polishing
Primer, filler and paint application
Alloy wheel and bumper repair exposure
Production and bodyshop environment experience
High-volume automotive repair operations
Vehicle preparation and finishing work
Strong attention to detail and quality standards
Reliable and hardworking approach
Workshop health and safety awareness
Full UK driving licence

What They’re Looking For

SMART Repair Technician role within a professional automotive bodyshop or dealership environment

Salary Expectations

£37,000 – £40,000 basic salary

Availability

4 weeks’ notice

Location

Looking for roles within up to 30 minutes of Liverpool

This candidate would be a strong addition to any dealership, bodyshop or accident repair centre seeking a motivated SMART Repair Technician with strong cosmetic repair knowledge, paint spraying experience and a hardworking approach to vehicle refinishing and preparation.

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