Job Description

Bodyshop Mechanic
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £40,000 OTE £45,000
Hours: Mon–Thurs 8:00–4:30, Fri 8:00–3:30
Reference: 30782

We are recruiting for a skilled and experienced Bodyshop Mechanic to join a reputable, well‑established bodyshop in the Chesterfield area. Due to continued growth and increased workload, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward‑thinking team that invests heavily in its people, equipment, and facilities. You’ll be working in a modern environment with a supportive team, clear progression routes, and long‑term stability.

Benefits – Bodyshop Mechanic

• Excellent monthly bonus schemes
• Free life assurance
• Vehicle leasing schemes
• Pension & Save-As-You-Earn share scheme
• Flexible gym memberships

Role Overview – Bodyshop Mechanic
You will be responsible for a wide range of Mechanical, Electrical and Trim duties, including:

• Carrying out MET work on allocated jobs to manufacturer standards
• Removal and refitting of radiators, air‑conditioning repairs, and re‑gassing
• Vehicle diagnostics, fault finding, and fault clearing
• Suspension component removal and replacement, including steering racks, subframes, hubs, knuckles, and associated parts
• ADAS calibrations (training provided)
• Airbag system work, including removal of dashboards and roof linings for airbag replacement
• High Voltage vehicle processes, including safe de‑energising and re‑energising
• Wiring repairs and electrical fault rectification
• Identifying additional repair work and liaising with the VDA
• Ensuring all work meets manufacturer gapping, tolerances, and quality expectations

Requirements – Bodyshop Mechanic

• Proven experience in a bodyshop environment is essential
• Strong background in MET, strip & fit, or mechanical repair
• Experience with suspension, steering, and structural component removal
• Understanding of wiring repairs and HV vehicle safety procedures
• Full UK driving licence
• City & Guilds, NVQ or ATA qualifications are desirable but not essential
• Candidates with 3+ years’ experience in a similar role will be of particular interest

How to Apply
If you are interested in this Bodyshop Mechanic vacancy, please send over your CV and we will be in touch upon receipt.
All applications are handled with the strictest confidentiality.

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Consultant: Kalum Green – Octane Recruitment
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Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.