Tactical 1Touch Technician
Company: ABL 1Touch
Role summary
Tactical 1Touch Technician is a full-time role at ABL 1Touch in Ashford, England, United Kingdom (on-site). Posted 2026-08-04. Experience level: 5-10.
- Job title
- Tactical 1Touch Technician
- Company
- ABL 1Touch
- Location
- Ashford, England, United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Trades & Construction
- Experience level
- 5-10
- Date posted
- 2026-08-04
Job description
Tactical Multiskilled Technician
Are you an experienced Multiskilled Vehicle Repair Technician wanting to join a growing company?
We are looking for highly skilled Tactical Multiskilled Technician who are up to date with latest industry techniques and can carry out repairs to the highest possible standard, to cover various locations, including the North East & Midlands, South Coast & Surrey, Kent & Essex, Central & South regions.
What can we offer you?
OTE £54K per annum
Company Van
Team bonus
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Length of service awards
Healthcare Cash Plan (including Gym and shopping discounts)
Employee Assistance Programme
Celebration Day (to use as you wish to celebrate a significant day in your life)
Car Insurance discount with LV
Employee Pension
Employee Engagement Budget (money to go out as a team and have fun!)
Access to Mental Health First Aiders
Cycle to Work Scheme
Refer a Friend Scheme (earn £1,000 for referring people to join the team)
More benefits coming soon…..
ABL 1 Touch are a market leading vehicle repair business since 1994, working in partnership with insurance companies. ABL 1 Touch prides itself not only in the quality of its work but in providing excellent customer service.
As a key member of the Tactical team you will ensure seamless continuity of our operations by filling in Tactical Multiskilled Technician gaps across a number of sites. These sites will vary in size, volume and types of repairs.
Responsibilities of a Tactical Multiskilled Technician will include:
Observe, recognise and report on vehicle structure and paintwork.
Ensure that vehicles comply with safety standards when returned to customers, or that faults have been reported and noted on the job card.
Removal and safe storage of vehicle components, fluids and gases as directed by work order.
Report all faults, defects noticed whilst working on vehicles.
Actively make sure the repair method is in the job pack and is fully read, understood (e-scribe, manufacturer or other source) and displayed with the vehicle at all times.
Replacement of all new bolted panels as directed by work order – paying attention to specified repair methods order.
Repair of damaged panels to include filler work ready for preparation for paint.
Paint repair – to be able to accurately use paint mixing schemes, computerised scales, spray booths and drying lamps.
Preparation of repaired areas as directed by work order, in readiness for application of topcoat.
Application of topcoat to manufacturer’s specification.
Flat and polish to high standard as and when required
Ensure PAS125 / Health & Safety processes are adhered to
Accurately document and identify all components, materials and consumables used.
Protect customers vehicles with covers and dust sheets etc.
Sign off QC sheet as per documented process and get the ATA of each department to counter sign if audited under BSI current standards.
Skills and experience required as a Tactical Multiskilled Technician:
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Body repair of motor vehicles (Paint / Panel MET).
Full UK Driving licence.
Willing to gain relevant qualifications in line with workshop / site requirements.
ATA Qualifications in any area are an advantage but not essential.
Previous experience in Bodsyhop repairs
Team Player who uses initiative
Flexibility and a can-do attitude.
Cultural and organisational insight and takes responsibility for own actions.
Joining our team at ABL1 Touch means becoming part of a dynamic organisation that values its employees and provides opportunities for professional growth. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and a supportive work environment.
ABL 1 Touch are committed to growing and maintaining a diverse team and an inclusive work environment. Our goal is to develop inclusive work activities and projects that bring together people with different experiences and backgrounds. Through this we aim to make sure everyone can be at their best at work.
We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at workforus@abl1touch.com .