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Commercial Bodyshop Technician

Job Posted: 13 days ago

Salary: £ 42,000 - 52,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Maidstone, Kent

Expire in: 15 days

Job Description

The future depends on what you do today.” — Mahatma Gandhi

Commercial Bodyshop Technician

Monday to Friday. 7am-4:30pm OR 7:30am-5pm

£42,000 Basic, OTE £50,000+

Brand New, Purpose Built Site!

Top Quality Tools and Equipment!

Rewarding Bonus – No Stressful Targets!

Maidstone Area

A brand-new commercial bodyshop. Heavy investment into the latest tools and equipment. A growing pipeline of national fleet work. This is an opportunity for an experienced Bodyshop Technician to join a modern HGV and LCV repair operation that is expanding fast and building a strong reputation within the commercial vehicle sector.

Based in the Maidstone area, this business is looking for a multiskilled technician with experience across welding, fabrication, panel repair, MET, or VDA work. The successful candidate will join a skilled workshop team carrying out high-quality repairs that keep commercial fleets on the road safely and efficiently.

You’ll like this job if you:

  * Want to work somewhere that is genuinely investing in the workshop and its people

  * Enjoy proper commercial vehicle repair work rather than repetitive insurance jobs

  * Take satisfaction from seeing repairs completed to a high standard from start to finish

  * Like variety across welding, fabrication, panel, MET, and structural repair work

  * Want to be part of a business that is growing rather than standing still

  * Prefer working in a clean, organised, modern workshop environment

  * Want to increase your earnings through bonus without unrealistic targets

  * Value having your experience trusted rather than being constantly micromanaged

Responsibilities

  * Carrying out structural and cosmetic repairs on HGV and LCV vehicles

  * Completing welding and fabrication work to a high standard

  * Undertaking panel repairs, replacements, and alignment work

  * Supporting MET and VDA duties where required

  * Assessing vehicle damage and identifying effective repair solutions

  * Working to manufacturer repair methods and company standards

  * Maintaining productivity targets and workshop efficiency

  * Keeping the workshop clean, organised, and compliant with health & safety procedures

Requirements

  * Previous experience within a vehicle bodyshop environment

  * Skilled in welding, fabrication, panel beating, MET, or VDA work

  * MIG/MAG welding experience preferred

  * Strong technical ability and attention to detail

  * Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  * Good problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude

  * Ideally experienced with commercial vehicles, HGVs, or fleet repairs

  * Commitment to producing high-quality workmanship

Salary and Benefits

  * Basic salary: £42,120, OTE £50,000+

  * Labour hours bonus scheme — all hours over 40 labour hours paid

  * Monday to Friday only, 7:00am–4:00pm OR 7:30am–5:00pm

  * Brand-new purpose-built site

  * Modern workshop with ongoing investment in equipment and facilities

  * Stable long-term opportunity within a growing business

For technicians wanting modern facilities, proper investment, and the chance to earn well within a growing commercial repair business, this is a standout opportunity.

Apply today!

Other Opportunities & Referral Scheme
If this role isn’t quite right but you’re looking for something else in the automotive sector, please get in touch — at ASI Automotive Recruitment we’re committed to finding the right opportunity for you. We also offer a £75 voucher referral reward if you recommend a vehicle technician who we successfully place.

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