Job Details

Exterior Vehicle Technician

📍 Loughborough, Leicestershire
£30,000 per annum
£30000 - £35000/annum
Industry: Automotive/Aerospace
Posted: 10-04-2026
Company: Rise Technical Recruitment
Type: Permanent
Reference: 224972162

Job Description:

Exterior Vehicle Technician
Loughborough
£30,000 - £35,000 + Great Holidays + Pension + Private Healthcare + Other Benefits


Are you an experienced SMART Repair Technician with a keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering high-quality vehicle finishes? Do you want to join a highly reputable organisation where your skills directly impact vehicle quality and customer satisfaction?


This is a fantastic opportunity to join a large, well-established national fleet and mobility organisation within its vehicle preparation and quality function. The business operates at scale across the UK, ensuring thousands of vehicles meet strict reconditioning and quality standards before returning to service.


In this role, you will carry out a range of exterior cosmetic repairs including paintwork correction, polishing, and plastic refurbishment. You will use modern SMART repair techniques, tools, and materials to restore vehicles to a high standard, ensuring all work meets strict quality requirements.


The ideal candidate will have proven experience in SMART repairs within an automotive environment and be confident working independently in a fast-paced setting. You will take pride in your workmanship, have strong technical ability in cosmetic repair methods, and be committed to consistently delivering high-quality results.


The Role:
- Carry out SMART repairs including paintwork correction, polishing, and cosmetic refinishing
- Perform plastic refurbishment and rectification work on vehicle exteriors
- Ensure all vehicles meet required quality and reconditioning standards
- Use modern repair techniques, tools, and materials to deliver a right first-time approach
- Work closely with quality and inspection teams to maintain high standards

The Person:
- Proven experience in repair, cosmetic vehicle repair, or similar automotive role
- Strong skills in polishing, paint correction, and plastic refurbishment
- High attention to detail with a focus on quality workmanship
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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