Panel Beater

Auto Skills UK; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mon-Fri

40-hour week

Overtime paid

Modern workshop

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is seeking an Experienced Commercial Panel Beater in Alfreton to repair and restore commercial vehicles to a high standard. You will join a skilled team in a modern workshop, focusing on safety, quality workmanship and efficient throughput.

The role requires proven panel beating experience, welding skills and a strong eye for detail. Excellent career prospects and a stable, long‑term position are on offer in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Panel Beater in a commercial vehicle repair environment.
• Strong knowledge of commercial vehicle construction and body repair methods.
• Experience carrying out panel repairs, replacement, alignment and structural repairs.
• Strong welding and metal finishing skills.
• Ability to assess vehicle damage and determine appropriate repair methods.

Responsibilities

• Carry out minor and major panel repairs and replacement work on commercial vehicles.
• Complete structural repairs, panel alignment, welding and metal finishing where required.
• Assess vehicle damage and select the appropriate repair methods and techniques.
• Repair and replace damaged body panels and associated vehicle components.
• Work closely with other technicians and workshop colleagues to ensure efficient vehicle throughput.
• Identify additional damage or repair requirements and communicate these to the relevant team members.
• Complete repairs within agreed production times while maintaining excellent workmanship.
• Follow manufacturer repair methods, quality standards, Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices.

Skills

Panel Beating

Commercial Vehicle Repair

Welding

Metal Finishing

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Body Repair NVQ/City & Guilds (advantageous)

Job description

EXPERIENCED COMMERCIAL PANEL BEATER

Location: Alfreton

Salary: Up to £45,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday - 07:00 - 15:30

Looking for a role where your commercial vehicle repair skills are recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?

If you're an experienced Commercial Panel Beater looking for your next move, this is an excellent opportunity to join a professional repair centre where technical ability, quality workmanship and experience are genuinely valued.

Offering a salary of up to £45,000 depending on experience, you'll benefit from an early Monday to Friday working pattern, giving you a strong work-life balance with no weekend commitments. You'll work within a modern, professional workshop alongside a skilled team, giving you the opportunity to use your expertise, develop your career and build a stable, long-term future within the commercial vehicle repair sector.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary - Up to £45,000 DOE
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern
• 07:00am - 3:30pm Working Hours
• Paid Overtime available
• Full-Time, Permanent Position
• 40-Hour Working Week
• Modern Workshop Environment
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Commercial Panel Beater, you will be responsible for repairing and restoring commercial vehicles to a consistently high standard. You'll work as part of a skilled repair team, ensuring vehicles are repaired safely, efficiently and in line with manufacturer repair methods and professional industry standards.

• Carry out minor and major panel repairs and replacement work on commercial vehicles
• Complete structural repairs, panel alignment, welding and metal finishing where required
• Assess vehicle damage and select the appropriate repair methods and techniques
• Repair and replace damaged body panels and associated vehicle components
• Work closely with other technicians and workshop colleagues to ensure efficient vehicle throughput
• Identify additional damage or repair requirements and communicate these to the relevant team members
• Complete repairs within agreed production times while maintaining excellent workmanship
• Follow manufacturer repair methods, quality standards, Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an experienced and quality-focused Commercial Panel Beater who takes pride in producing high-quality repairs and consistently delivering first-class workmanship.

• Proven experience as a Panel Beater, Commercial Panel Beater or Panel Technician within a commercial vehicle or accident repair environment
• Strong knowledge of commercial vehicle construction and body repair methods
• Experience carrying out panel repairs, replacement, alignment and structural repairs
• Strong welding, metal finishing and associated body repair skills
• Ability to assess vehicle damage and determine appropriate repair methods
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and vehicle safety
• Ability to work efficiently to deadlines, production targets and agreed repair times
• Strong team player with a professional and positive attitude
• Relevant industry qualifications advantageous but not essential
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred

Alternative Job Titles: Commercial Panel Beater / Commercial Vehicle Panel Beater / Commercial Panel Technician / Panel Beater / Panel Technician / Vehicle Body Repair Technician / Commercial Vehicle Body Repair Technician / Accident Repair Technician / Bodyshop Technician / HGV Panel Beater / LGV Panel Beater / Commercial Vehicle Repair Technician

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional commercial vehicle repair business that values its employees, offers genuine career progression and provides long-term stability within a modern working environment. If you're an experienced Commercial Panel Beater looking for a role where your technical skills, experience and workmanship will be recognised and rewarded.

Contact Steve @ AutoSkills UK - Job Reference - 54960