Multiskilled Technician - Panel & Paint

autoskills-uk; Swanscombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoSkills in Swanscombe is seeking a Multiskilled Bodyshop Technician to repair vehicles from strip-down to final finish. The role uses panel, paint and strip & fit skills with a Monday–Friday schedule and optional Saturday overtime to boost earnings.

You will work to manufacturer-approved methods, ensuring quality workmanship. The role requires experience in bodyshop environments and a valid Vehicle Accident Repair qualification.

Qualifications

• Proven multiskill in bodyshop including panel, paint and strip & fit.
• A recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 in Vehicle Accident Repair.
• Competent MIG/MAG welding and colour matching.
• Familiarity with waterborne paints and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Stripping and refitting mechanical, electrical and trim components to access repairs.
• Repairing, replacing and aligning damaged panels, including welding where required.
• Preparing repaired areas for paint, including filling, sanding and masking.
• Mixing paint, colour matching and applying primers, base coats and clear coats.
• Polishing and rectifying the finish to a high standard.
• Identifying damaged components and reporting additional work.
• Following manufacturer repair methods and health and safety procedures.
• Working with Bodyshop colleagues to keep repairs on schedule.

Skills

Panel repair

Paint application

Strip & fit

MIG/MAG welding

Colour matching

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

Vehicle Accident Repair qualification

Job description

MULTISKILLED BODYSHOP TECHNICIAN (PANEL, PAINT & STRIP & FIT)

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000+ Basic Salary DOE

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, flexible start time, 45 hours per week + overtime available on Saturdays, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Are you a multiskilled Bodyshop Technician who enjoys seeing a repair through from strip-down to final finish? This role in Swanscombe makes full use of your panel, paint and strip and fit skills, with a flexible start time Monday to Friday and the option of Saturday overtime when you want to earn more.

If you like variety in your working day and take pride in the quality of every stage of the repair, this could be the right next step in your career.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Flexible Start: Choose a start time that suits you, Monday to Friday.
• Varied Work: Use your full range of panel, paint and strip and fit skills.

THE ROLE

As a Multiskilled Bodyshop Technician, you will carry out accident repairs across panel, paint and strip and fit, returning vehicles to their pre-accident condition using manufacturer-approved methods and to the required quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Stripping and refitting mechanical, electrical and trim components to allow access for repair.
• Repairing, replacing and aligning damaged panels, including welding where required.
• Preparing repaired areas for paint, including filling, sanding and masking.
• Mixing paint, colour matching and applying primers, base coats and clear coats.
• Polishing and rectifying the finish to a high standard.
• Identifying damaged or faulty components and reporting any additional work required.
• Following manufacturer repair methods and health and safety procedures.
• Working with Bodyshop colleagues to keep repairs on schedule.

ABOUT YOU

• Proven experience across panel, paint and strip and fit within an accident repair centre or Bodyshop.
• Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Accident Repair (Body, Paint or MET) (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / VRQ / ATA or equivalent).
• Competent MIG/MAG and spot welding skills.
• Confident with waterborne paint systems and colour matching.
• Good understanding of manufacturer repair methods and safe working practices.
• A reliable, organised approach and 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.