Dent Technician

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive privately held regional businesses, headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions—automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare—the group employs more than 35,000 people across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world’s most admired and innovative brands. Its entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enable the organization to continue to grow and expand, responding to the changing needs of customers in the societies where it operates.

By upholding its values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity, Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of its customers every day.

Overview of the role

We are currently building a strong pool of talent for future technician – denter opportunities across the UAE.

As a technician – denter, you will be responsible for carrying out high-quality vehicle body repairs, with a strong focus on workmanship, finish, safety, and efficiency. The role requires hands-on expertise in denting, welding, body repair, and related repair activities while following established technical guidelines and workshop standards.

What you will do

• Inspect vehicles to identify the parts and materials required for body repairs.
• Carry out body repair work, including denting, welding, and related repair activities.
• Complete repairs with a strong focus on quality, workmanship, and finish.
• Follow technical manuals, repair instructions, service checklists, and established repair guidelines.
• Identify potential technical issues while carrying out repairs in the workshop or field.
• Clearly communicate completed work and identified concerns to the relevant workshop team.
• Use appropriate tools and follow best practices to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Support the reduction of repeat repairs by maintaining high-quality standards.

Required skills to be successful

• Proven hands-on expertise in vehicle body repair and denting.
• Good knowledge of denting and welding techniques.
• Ability to independently carry out body repair work.
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on quality workmanship and finish.
• Ability to understand and follow technical and workshop manuals.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a workshop environment and support field repair requirements when needed.

About the team

You will be part of a hands-on technical workshop team focused on delivering reliable, high-quality vehicle repairs. You will work closely with workshop colleagues to ensure repairs are completed efficiently, technical concerns are communicated clearly, and vehicles are restored to the required standards.

What equips you for the role

• Basic or technical education; an apprenticeship or relevant technical qualification would be an advantage.
• At least 2–3 years of experience in vehicle or truck body repair work.
• Proven ability to independently perform body repair and denting work.
• Ability to read and write English sufficiently to understand technical manuals and instructions.
• Fibre welding capability would be an added advantage.
• A UAE driving licence would be an advantage.
• Strong commitment to quality workmanship and a professional finish.

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