Panel Beater

Holt Recruitment Group; Bourne End; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Overtime

Flexible hours

4-5 day week

Job summary

Holt Recruitment Group in Bourne End is seeking an experienced Panel Beater to join a busy Accident Repair Centre. You will perform body repairs, straightening, welding, and panel replacement to manufacturer standards, using jigs and specialist equipment.

This permanent, full-time role offers 45 hours per week, flexible start/finish times (4 or 5 day weeks), overtime, and a generous salary up to £55,000 DOE plus bonus, with long-term career prospects in a stable workshop.

Qualifications

• Time-served Panel Beater or Qualified to City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent vocational standard.
• ATA accreditation would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to consistently produce high-quality repairs.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a busy Bodyshop team.
• A positive attitude and commitment to delivering outstanding workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out precise vehicle body repairs using body alignment jigs and specialist equipment.
• Restore damaged panels through expert straightening, reshaping, and filling techniques.
• Remove and replace damaged panels to manufacturer and industry standards.
• Perform welding, bonding, and structural repair work on a wide range of vehicles.
• Identify and record all parts required for repairs, ensuring accuracy throughout the repair process.
• Work efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

Skills

Panel Beater

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ

Job description

Panel Beater, Panel Technician, Bodyshop Technician:

We are currently seeking an experienced and skilled Panel Beater to join a busy, professional Accident Repair Centre in the Bourne End area.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established repair operation where quality workmanship, attention to detail, and customer satisfaction are at the heart of everything they do.

Key Panel Beater Roles and Responsibilities:

• Carry out precise vehicle body repairs using body alignment jigs and specialist equipment.
• Restore damaged panels through expert straightening, reshaping, and filling techniques.
• Remove and replace damaged panels to manufacturer and industry standards.
• Perform welding, bonding, and structural repair work on a wide range of vehicles.
• Identify and record all parts required for repairs, ensuring accuracy throughout the repair process.
• Work efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

Minimum Requirements as a Panel Beater:

• Time-served Panel Beater or qualified to City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent vocational standard.
• ATA accreditation would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to consistently produce high-quality repairs.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a busy Bodyshop team.
• A positive attitude and commitment to delivering outstanding workmanship.

Benefits:

• Up to £55,000 (DOE) + Bonus
• 45 hours per week
• Flexible start/finish times, 4 or 5 day working week options
• Overtime available
• Excellent working environment
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Stable workload with long-term career prospects.
• Great Company Benefits