Astara is a global leader in mobility and automotive distribution, operating across 19 countries in Europe, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. Formerly known as Bergé Auto, the company has evolved into a diversified mobility ecosystem that includes vehicle distribution, subscription services through Astara Move, and advanced data-driven consulting for the automotive sector.

Headquartered in Madrid, Astara offers a dynamic environment for international professionals, particularly those with expertise in digital transformation, data analytics, and commercial operations. The company is known for its multicultural workforce and its commitment to sustainable mobility solutions, making it a key player for expats looking to work at the intersection of the traditional automotive industry and modern tech-driven mobility.

Founded in 1979 as Bergé Auto, the company rebranded to Astara in 2021 to reflect its shift towards digital mobility services. It is part of the Bergé y Cía group, one of Spain's most established industrial and maritime holdings.

1st Class Body Technician

Astara

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

ASTARA: LEADING COMPANY IN OPEN MOBILITY
At Astara Retail, we are pioneers in offering a unique and personalized vehicle purchasing experience. Through our network of dealerships, we market the most prominent brands in the market, such as BYD, LEXUS, Mitsubishi, Ssanyong, Subaru, Maserati, among others.

At Astara, we are committed to equal opportunity, inclusion, and diversity. We encourage all people, including those with disabilities, to join our team! If you need any adaptation during the selection process, please do not hesitate to let us know.

At ASTARA RETAIL, we are looking for a 1st Class Body Technician for one of our BYD facilities, specifically in the Leganés area.

The Body Technician (Bodywork Technician) at Astara Retail plays a fundamental role in performing several important functions in the field of automobile repair and maintenance.

Main Responsibilities:
- Body repair: Evaluate and repair damage to vehicle bodywork, which may include dents, scratches, and accident damage.
- Parts replacement: Remove and replace damaged body parts, such as panels, doors, hoods, and bumpers.
- Sanding and preparation: Sand vehicle surfaces to prepare them for painting, ensuring they are smooth and clean.
- Structural straightening: Use specialized tools and equipment to straighten vehicle structures that have suffered significant damage.

Minimum Requirements:
- More than 5 years of demonstrable experience in a similar position, such as 1st Class Body Technician, in an automotive workshop.
- FPI in Bodywork is valued.
- Ability to perform thorough and precise work.
- Interest in working in the Leganés area, with a schedule from Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00 (intensive hours in summer).

View original advert (Spanish)

ASTARA: COMPAÑÍA LÍDER EN MOVILIDAD ABIERTA
En Astara Retail, somos pioneros en ofrecer una experiencia de compra de vehículos única y personalizada. A través de nuestra red de concesionarios, comercializamos las marcas más destacadas del mercado, como BYD, LEXUS, Mitsubishi, Ssanyong, Subaru, Maserati, entre otras.

En Astara apostamos por la igualdad de oportunidades, la inclusión y la diversidad. ¡Animamos a todas las personas, incluidas aquellas con discapacidad, a unirse a nuestro equipo! Si necesitas alguna adaptación durante el proceso de selección, no dudes en contárnoslo.

Desde ASTARA RETAIL buscamos Chapista de 1ª para una de nuestras instalaciones BYD, concretamente en la zona de Leganés.

El Chapista (Técnico de Carrocería) en Astara Retail, desempeña un papel fundamental en realizar varias funciones importantes en el ámbito de la reparación y mantenimiento de automóviles.

Principales Responsabilidades:
- Reparación de la carrocería: Evaluar y reparar daños en la carrocería de los vehículos, que pueden incluir abolladuras, rasguños y daños por accidentes.
- Sustitución de piezas: Retirar y reemplazar partes de la carrocería, como paneles, puertas, capós y parachoques, que estén dañados.
- Lijado y preparación: Lijar las superficies de los vehículos para prepararlas para la pintura, asegurando que estén lisas y limpias.
- Enderezado de estructuras: Utilizar herramientas y equipos especializados para enderezar estructuras de vehículos que hayan sufrido daños significativos.

Requisitos mínimos:
- Experiencia de más de 5 años demostrables en puesto similar, como Chapista de 1ª, en taller de automoción.
- FPI Carrocería valorable.
- Capacidad para realizar un trabajo minucioso y preciso.
- Interés en trabajar en la zona de Leganés, y en un horario de lunes a viernes de 08:00 a 17:00 (intensiva en verano).