Multi Skilled Panel Beater with MET

Auto Skills UK; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

40 hours per week

Flexible start times

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is recruiting a multi skilled Panel Beater / Panel Technician with MET for a Wigan-based role. You will perform panel beating and MET work in a busy bodyshop, with a flexible 6am/7am/8am start option and a Monday–Friday, 40-hour week.

The role offers a basic salary of £39,500-£43,500 with an OTE of £50,000, depending on experience. Candidates must have right to work in the UK and be able to work as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Panel Beater/Panel Technician in an accident repair or bodyshop.
• Strong panel beating skills with MET capabilities.
• NVQ/IMI/SVQ/ATA Level 3 in Vehicle Body Repair preferred.
• Good understanding of vehicle construction and repair methods.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality Panel Beating and vehicle body repairs.
• Strip and fit vehicle components as required during the repair process.
• Complete Mechanical, Electrical and Trim work where required.
• Assess damaged vehicles and follow appropriate repair methods.
• Ensure completed repairs meet quality and safety standards.
• Work efficiently to agreed repair time scales without compromising workmanship.
• Liaise with other Bodyshop departments to progress vehicles through repair.

Skills

Panel Beating

Panel Technician

MET

Vehicle Body Repair

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

NVQ/IMI/SVQ/ATA Level 3 in Vehicle Body Repair

Job description

MULTISKILLED PANEL BEATER / PANEL TECHNICIAN WITH MET

Location: Wigan
Salary: £39,500 - £43,500+ Basic Salary DOE OTE £50,000
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday - Friday Flexible start times: 6am, 7am or 8am
40 hours per week

Looking for a role where you can make full use of both your Panel Beating and MET skills while having genuine flexibility around your working day? This Wigan opportunity is suited to an experienced Multi skilled Panel Beater / Panel Technician who wants to work across vehicle body repair and Mechanical, Electrical & Trim.

The role offers a basic salary of £39,500 - £43,500+ depending on experience, with an OTE of £50,000, alongside the flexibility to choose a 6am, 7am or 8am start. If you're looking for a permanent Monday-to-Friday position that makes use of your wider skill set, this could be an opportunity worth exploring.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Basic salary: £39,500 - £43,500+ DOE
• OTE: £50,000
• Flexible choice of 6am, 7am or 8am start
• Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
• Permanent position
• Opportunity to utilise a broader Panel Beating and MET skill set

THE ROLE

As a Multi skilled Panel Beater / Panel Technician with MET, you will be responsible for carrying out vehicle accident repairs while supporting the wider repair process with your MET capabilities.

• Carry out high-quality Panel Beating and vehicle body repairs.
• Strip and fit vehicle components as required throughout the repair process.
• Complete Mechanical, Electrical and Trim work where required.
• Assess damaged vehicles and follow appropriate repair methods.
• Ensure completed repairs meet the required quality and safety standards.
• Work efficiently to agreed repair time scales without compromising workmanship.
• Liaise with other Bodyshop departments to ensure vehicles progress efficiently through the repair process.

ABOUT YOU

• Proven experience as a Panel Beater, Panel Technician or Vehicle Body Repair Technician within an accident repair or Bodyshop environment.
• Strong practical Panel Beating skills.
• Proven ability to carry out MET work alongside Panel Beating responsibilities.
• Good understanding of vehicle construction, accident damage and modern repair methods.
• A recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Body Repair (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / ATA) is preferred.
• High standards of workmanship with good attention to detail.
• Professional approach with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Right to Work: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to employment.