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As the UK’s leading automotive retailer, our Bodyshop roles offer an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic environment where craftsmanship and attention to detail are key. Whether you're experienced or looking to start your career in automotive repairs, our Arnold Clark Bodyshop roles provide a chance to work with state-of-the-art facilities, advanced technology, and a supportive team.
Looking to be part of something big? Discover the range of Bodyshop Specialist roles available at Arnold Clark.
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Are you passionate about auto body repair? As a Panel Beater (Auto Body Technician), you'll take pride in restoring damaged vehicles to their former glory. Focusing on exteriors, you'll fix structural, frame and metal damage, using techniques like hammering, welding and filing.
Panel Beater vacancies
Do you have an eye for detail? As a Spray Painter in the car body shop, you’ll work on accident-damaged and sales vehicles, making them look good as new. You'll prepare vehicle surfaces, mix and apply paint, and repair damage or refinish panels to factory standards.
Spray Painter vacancies
As a Mobile SMART Repair Technician (Small to Medium Area Repair Technology), you'll use specialist tools, materials and bespoke matched paint to perform smart repairs and transform vehicles to their pre-accident condition.
SMART Repair vacancies
Do you have excellent initiative? As an Alloy Wheel Technician, you'll develop your skills through small car body repair and paintwork on alloy wheels. You'll restore wheels to a high-quality finish, including fixing curb rash, scratches, scuffs, dents, cracks and buckles.
Alloy Technician vacancies
As an MET Technician (Mechanical, Electrical and Trim), you'll remove, repair and replace damaged components on vehicles. Proficiency with modern vehicle technologies and ability to work accurately to technical data and deadlines are essential in this auto repair shop role.
MET Technician vacancies
Do you thrive in a leadership role? Overseeing the daily operations of the auto body repair facilities, Bodyshop Managers ensure the efficiency of vehicle repairs that are carried out by their team, maintaining high-quality standards and excellent customer service.
Bodyshop manager vacanciesWorking in car body repair at Arnold Clark, you have the opportunity to earn an additional performance bonus every three years.
Terms and conditions apply.Discover some of the benefits of working at Arnold Clark
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Spray Painter
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Bodyshop Manager
Lawrence
Bodyshop Manager
Raymond
Bodyshop Manager
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Bodyshop Manager
Apprenticeships
If you're looking to get into a Bodyshop career, we can help. We have a wide range of apprenticeships that will allow you to earn while you learn.
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FAQs
At Arnold Clark, our vehicle body repair technicians restore vehicles to manufacturer standards using the latest tools, materials and repair methods. If you're considering a career in car body repair, you'll need confidence using hand tools, power tools and specialist equipment. From panel beating to welding and refinishing, using the correct techniques are vital to ensure cars are repaired safely and to a high standard. Also, bodyshop roles require good teamwork and communication and effective time management. As vehicle technology continues to evolve, you’ll be able to learn and develop your skills as you build a long-term career in one of our bodyshops.
Working in an auto repair shop is hands-on, fast paced and highly rewarding. Every day brings new challenges, from diagnosing issues to carrying out precise repairs, so you can expect two days to be the same. It's a team-focused environment where communication and collaboration are important and where pride in quality workmanship matters. It's a career that offers continuous learning and opportunities to develop your skills.
A Panel Beater is a skilled bodyshop technician who repairs and reshapes damaged vehicles after they've been subject to accidents or collisions. Using various specialist tools and techniques, a Panel Beater will restore cars to their original shape, repair dents and structural damage and ensure the vehicle meets the manufacters standards for safety and appearance. The role of a Panel Beater requires a mix of precision, technical expertise and a strong eye for detail to return vehicles to their former condition.
An MET Technician (Mechanical, Electrical and Trim) plays a vital role in a car body shop, carefully removing and refitting mechanical, electrical and interior components during the repair process. From bumpers to lighting and wiring, dashboards and advanced safety systems, an MET technician ensures every part is dismantled safely, reinstalled and fully tested to manufacturer standards. MET technician jobs require strong technical knowledge, attention to detail and a solid understanding of modern vehicle system repairs to ensure all repairs are carried out safely and correctly.
A Spray Painter, often referred to as a Paint Sprayer, is responsible for preparing and refinishing vehicle panels to restore them to their original appearance in an auto repair shop. They will carefully mix and colour-match paint, prepare surfaces, and apply coatings using specialist paint sprayer equipment to achieve flawless, factory-standard finishes. Paint sprayer jobs require a keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality to ensure every vehicle leaves the bodyshop looking as good as new.
To get started in one of our bodyshop technician roles, the most common route is through an apprenticeship. In a bodyshop apprenticeship you’ll earn while you learn and work towards a recognised qualification. Bodyshop technician jobs require different types of practical skills, attention to detail and a willingness to learn, making on-the-job training and continuous development key to building a successful long-term career in the auto repair industry.
