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Paint Technician

Solus Accident Repair Centres
Pay £40,000 to £65,000 Per Year
Location London
Contract time Permanent

The Breakroom Take

7.2

Rated 7.2 out of 10, based on 26 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz

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  • People enjoy this job
  • Good employer
  • Respectful managers
  • Proper training
  • Proper breaks

About Solus Accident Repair Centres

Solus Accident Repair Centres repair insured vehicles.

Job description from Solus Accident Repair Centres

Overview

Are you looking for a position where you can make a difference, constantly learn new things and be at the forefront of technology, working as part of the Aviva family?

Responsibilities

The Role:

As part of the wider Aviva family, we are looking to bring fresh thinking into our business which will support our transformation into the bodyshop of the future. We challenge traditional thinking to make us stand apart from our competitors. As such, our painters assume responsibility to provide and share their expertise throughout the site, while identifying opportunities to improve our processes and the service we provide to our customers

Qualifications

Desirable qualifications and experience:
  • ATA accreditation
  • Preparation and priming of a new / repaired panel to first masking stage
  • Polishing
Who are Solus and what can they do for you?

Solus is one of the largest body repair groups in the country, wholly owned by Aviva employing over 1000 expert people across 25 UK locations and have repaired over 700,000 vehicles in the last 15 years.
  • A competitive bonus scheme
  • Group income protection with access to a GP and medical advice 24 hours per day for yourself and your family
  • Our excellent benefits and rewards packages
  • Competitive employer matched pension contributions
  • Discounts on Aviva products and services
  • Savings and benefits schemes
  • Discounts and schemes for electric vehicle purchase for all employees
  • Holding several main manufacturer approvals - Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes Benz, BMW, Mini, and Volkswagen
  • Well known for prestigious award winning in the industry, customer service, apprenticeships, and IT systems fields
  • Links with Thatcham to get the best products and training here in the UK
  • We have a variety of locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you.
  • We interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job.
Excited but not sure you tick every box? We are inclusive - we want applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are looking for individuals who can grow and support our business and we expect to do the same for you.

We recognise that we can only achieve our vision with the dedication and collaboration of our specialists. This is an excellent time to join a rapidly growing business and help us to shape the future.

What next?

Please apply online and our recruitment team will be in contact within 7 days

You may have experience of the following: Body Repairs, Mechanic, Panel Beater, Repairs, Bodyshop, Vehicle Mechanic, Bodyshop Vehicle Technician, Automotive Mechanic, and Vehicle Technician.

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What employees say

Pay

    Good
  • Most people are paid a living wage

    Do Solus Accident Repair Centres pay a living wage?

    Most people are paid a living wage.

    How we know this

    81% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.

    Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should be paid enough to live on.

    The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.

    The current rates are £12.00 per hour, and £13.15 per hour in London.

    Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.

  • Good
  • Most people are paid market rates

    Do Solus Accident Repair Centres pay market rates?

    Most people are paid above average for their job.

    How we know this

    83% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.

    Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2023 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get paid breaks

    Do workers at Solus Accident Repair Centres get paid breaks?

    Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.

    How we know this

    56% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.

    Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should have paid breaks.

    You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.

  • Good
  • Most people get sick pay

    Do Solus Accident Repair Centres pay sick pay?

    Yes. Most people get proper sick pay.

    How we know this

    69% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.

    Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.

    At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.

    This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.

Hours and flexibility

    Good
  • Easy to book holiday

    How easy is it to book a holiday at Solus Accident Repair Centres?

    Most people find it easy to book holiday.

    How we know this

    93% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.

    Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.

  • Good
  • Most people find it easy to take sick leave

    How easy is it to take sick leave at Solus Accident Repair Centres?

    Most people find it easy to take sick leave.

    How we know this

    100% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.

    Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.

    A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.

Workplace

    Good
  • Most people feel treated with respect

    Do people at Solus Accident Repair Centres feel treated with respect by their managers?

    Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.

    How we know this

    67% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.

    Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.

  • Good
  • Most people get proper breaks

    Do people at Solus Accident Repair Centres get proper breaks?

    Most people get proper breaks.

    How we know this

    80% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.

    Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.

  • Okay
  • Some people are stressed

    Is it stressful to work at Solus Accident Repair Centres?

    Some people feel stressed here.

    How we know this

    56% of people say they often feel stressed at work.

    Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.

    Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.

  • Good
  • Most people enjoy their job

    Do people at Solus Accident Repair Centres enjoy their jobs?

    Most people enjoy their job.

    How we know this

    79% of people report they enjoy their job.

    Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

  • Okay
  • Only some people recommend their team

    Do people at Solus Accident Repair Centres recommend working with their team?

    Only some people recommend working with their team.

    How we know this

    63% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.

    Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job means enjoying the place where you work.

    The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.

    If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.

  • Good
  • Most people get enough training

    Do people get enough training when they start at Solus Accident Repair Centres?

    Most people got enough training when they started.

    How we know this

    75% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.

    Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.

    This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.

    It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get support to progress

    Are people given support to progress at Solus Accident Repair Centres?

    Only some people are given support to progress here.

    How we know this

    In the last year, 43% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.

    Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.

    This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.

  • Okay
  • Head office only partly understands what’s happening

    Do people think Solus Accident Repair Centres head office understands what's happening where they work?

    Some people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.

    How we know this

    63% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.

    Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.

    To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.

  • Okay
  • Only some people feel well informed by head office

    Do workers feel well informed about how Solus Accident Repair Centres is doing?

    Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.

    How we know this

    53% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.

    Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.

    You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.

Find out more about working at Solus Accident Repair Centres

What Solus Accident Repair Centres employees say about their job

  • Best thing

    The practical side and getting stuck into jobs using my hands

    Worst thing

    Under paid

    4.8

    Solus Accident Repair Centres Employee, December 2023

  • Best thing

    Good pay, good holidays, sick pay discount on car insurance

    Worst thing

    Poor management

    7.3

    Solus Accident Repair Centres Employee, August 2022

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