Collision Repair Technician - Paint
Job Title: Collision Repair Technician - Paint
Salary: The starting salary is £45,131, which includes allowances totalling £2,928.
The salary is broken down as £42,203 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £47,668. Plus, a location allowance of £1,928 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.
Location: Belvedere
About Fleet Services
The police vehicle fleet is an important physical asset. It enables officers and staff to do their job, carries key equipment required, and provides safe transportation for the public / prisoners.
The role of Fleet Services is to keep the Met mobile, ensuring we can detect, respond to, and prevent crime whilst building public trust and confidence. Fleet Services are committed to leading with innovation, responsibility and environmental consciousness, striving for a fleet that is safer, smarter and cleaner, with a focused approach as follows:
1 - We will manage responsibly to deliver an excellent service and achieve value for money
2 - We will deliver strategies to manage the fleet efficiently and effectively
3 - We will deliver a fit-for-purpose, flexible and available fleet
The complex needs of modern policing requires a wide range of vehicle types. We operate a fleet of over 5,200 assets on the road and river, as well as over 1,000 pedal cycles. London is the most complex and diverse city in the UK, and our fleet is reflective of that. We currently have over 220 different types of vehicles supporting all operational commands including armed response vehicles, HGVs, patrol cars, motorbikes and pedal cycles.
Customers can be broadly grouped into three strategic pillars – Frontline Policing, Met Ops & Performance, and Counter Terrorism / Specialist Operations. Collectively this covers pan London requirements as well as national CT responsibilities.
The overall fleet requirements and volumes are owned and governed by operational leaders at the Strategic Fleet Board. Operational teams are accountable for the volume of fleet required to undertake their roles, and Fleet Services support and enable effective decision making through provision of information and technical / industry knowledge.
Key responsibilities
Individuals will need to be either general Collision Repair Technicians, Panel Beaters, or Painters. Individuals will therefore need to be able to perform some of the below responsibilities:
- Vehicle Repair - Repair fleet within Fleet Services’ workshop by providing efficient collision repairs on the vehicle fleet. Reduce vehicle repair costs and maximise fleet availability by ensuring collision repairs on the vehicle fleet are timely and necessary. Support the Collision Repair Supervisor in maintaining an effective and efficient service.
- Vehicle information – Research and collate correct repair information / specifications and use information to accurately determine a repair or replacement of structural and non-structural panels
- Body work – Realign vehicle bodies using specialist alignment jibs utilising hydraulic and mechanical equipment. Perform all types of body panel fitment techniques, welding, brazing and bonding to meet manufacturer’s warranty and safety standards
- Inspection and diagnosis - Visually inspect and road test vehicles, interpreting feedback from the vehicle’s correct function.
- Data / Information - Accurately record obtained measurements and data on completed work, compiling technical reports where necessary.
- Paint / Colour matching - Research and collate correct colour code and paint code information / specification to accurately determine perfect colour match and accurately mix colour using computerised mixing system.
- Painting / Sealing - Carry out all forms of fade out repairs and smart repair techniques. Carry out a full range of body sealing and replicate manufacturers finish. Prepare and spray vehicles in accordance with manufacturers’ repair procedures.
- Refinishing - Perform all types of vehicle refinishing techniques from preparation, masking and priming up to three coat finishes application. Identify and undertake the correct procedure for rectification of all types of refinishing defect.
- Development / training - Take responsibility for personal development and keep up to date with relevant standards and legislation.
- Support colleagues - Transfer knowledge and skills to apprentices / less technical staff.
How to apply
To begin your career at the Met, please click the "apply now" button below. The application process requires a comprehensive CV, a Personal Statement, and an online application form. In your Personal Statement, you should explain your interest in the position and illustrate how your skills and experiences make you a suitable candidate. Please note that you should not submit two copies of your CV, and ensure that your documents are saved in either PDF or Word format, clearly labelled as CV and/or Personal Statement.
Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 16th July 2025.
Once received, your application will be reviewed against eligibility criteria, following this, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. The application review for this vacancy will commence 1 to 2 weeks after the closing date.
Following application review, successful candidates will be invited to interview. Interview dates will commence 1 to 2 weeks after hiring manager review.