Mobile Smart Repair Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
Due to fantastic growth within the business, we have a great opportunity to join the Drayton Motors Team- Voted 'Best Dealership to Work For 2017, 2018 & 2019'. Multi Award Winning business - England's no.1 Kia Dealer of the Year 2017 & 2018. Used Car Performance of The Year 2018 Automotive Management Awards. Currently Kia UK's no.1 dealer for customer satisfaction. Operated by long stable management team who have overseen the business grow since coming under new ownership in 2013.
We have prepared a brand-new van fitted with the latest and best equipment specifically for this role.
As a Drayton Motors Mobile Smart Repair Technician, you will be responsible for completing Smart vehicle repairs on the used stock at our dealerships across Lincolnshire.
In addition, there will be some trade work to complete at other local car sales outlets.
Responsibilities
- Carrying out SMART repairs on used vehicles, including prepping and painting, small repairs, polishing and wheel refurbishments
- You must have the ability to competently carry out repairs to a high level of quality in set timescales
- Using Machine Operated Polishers to polish any blemishes.
- Work to reasonable timescales to ensure efficiency
- A good level of experience within a Bodyshop / SMART repair position.
- Experience using Machine Operated Polishers.
- Previous experience using SMART repair tools.
- Responsible for hitting daily sales targets
Benefits
- Family-Owned Business
- Bonus paid in addition to basic based on KPI achievements
- Option to join low-rate staff car scheme after 6 months
- Family-owned business with long serving management team who worked together for 10 years
- Half day additional holiday for your birthday
- Christmas and birthday gifts
- Substantial discounts on new cars, parts and servicing for you and your family
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
Experience:
- painting: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Mobile Smart Repair Technician roles across Drayton Motors's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,000 - £35,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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