Bodyshop Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£49,920 - £60,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Grays, RM16 6AZ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Aug 2026
Closing date:	2 Sept 2026

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Summary

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Bodyshop Technician to join a reputable accident repair centre in Grays, Essex. This is an excellent Bodyshop Technician opportunity for an experienced professional to develop their career within a busy, professional environment committed to quality and efficiency.

Benefits:

- Up to £24 per hour basic pay

- Generous time savings bonus, with an OTE exceeding £60,000 annually

- Stable career within an industry-leading accident repair centre

- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

- Supportive team environment focusing on quality workmanship

- Nightshift work, Monday to Thursday, 18:00 to 05:00, promoting work-life balance

Duties of a Bodyshop Technician:

- Conduct a wide range of bodyshop repairs, including panel beating, paint spraying, and Mechanical Electrical Testing (MET)

- Support team members by providing expert repair services across all bodyshop disciplines

- Work efficiently to meet repair times whilst maintaining high standards of quality

- Incorporate Thatcham standards and insurance repair techniques where applicable

- Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations and industry standards

Requirements of a Bodyshop Technician:

- Qualified or time-served in all bodyshop repair disciplines, such as Panel Beating, Paint Spraying, MET, or Auto Electrician skills

- Experience working in an insurance bodyshop environment is highly desirable

- Full UK/EU driving licence essential due to the nature of the role

- Strong attention to detail and a dedication to delivering superior work

- Ability to work night shifts and adapt to a fast-paced environment

If this Bodyshop Technician Nightshift opportunity in Grays, Essex, matches your skills and career ambitions, we encourage you to find out more about this exciting role.

Contact James Gilchrist, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Grays and Essex, today to discover more about this fantastic Bodyshop Technician opportunity.

Our team of Automotive Recruitment Consultants all share a passion for finding our jobseekers the best jobs in the Automotive Industry. So, if you are looking to improve your career and want to hear about more Motor Trade Jobs in your local area, please contact us today.

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