Panel Beater

Auto Skills UK; Caldicot; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Caldicot is seeking an Experienced Panel Beater Technician to repair and replace damaged vehicle panels in a modern bodyshop. Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00, full-time, permanent role offering salary up to £50,000 depending on experience and a focused, professional environment.

You will repair panels to manufacturer standards, work with MET Technicians and other specialists, and contribute to fast, quality repairs with strong safety practices.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Panel Beater or Panel Technician in an automotive bodyshop.
• Knowledge of panel repair, alignment and structural repair techniques.
• Competent in metal finishing and welding procedures for vehicle repairs.
• Understanding of manufacturer repair methods and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Repair, replace and align damaged vehicle panels and bodywork to a high standard.
• Carry out structural repairs and metal finishing.
• Use welding and repair techniques in line with manufacturer procedures.
• Assess damage and determine suitable repair methods.
• Work with MET Technicians, Paint Sprayers, VDAs and Workshop Controllers to keep repairs efficient.
• Identify additional damage and communicate findings to the team.

Skills

Panel Beater

Welding

Structural repair

Metal finishing

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

IMI / City & Guilds / ATA qualification

Job description

EXPERIENCED PANEL BEATER TECHNICIAN

Location: Caldicot

Salary: Up to £50,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:00 - 17:00

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

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Panel Beater Technician to join a professional accident repair centre, working in a modern, well-equipped bodyshop where technical expertise, efficiency and quality workmanship are genuinely valued.

Offering a competitive salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience, this position provides the opportunity to put your skills to work within a skilled accident repair team, with scope for ongoing training and career development. Enjoy a consistent Monday-to-Friday working pattern with no weekend commitments, giving you a better work-life balance while building a long-term future in a professional workshop environment.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary - Up to £50,000 Depending on Experience
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern - 08:00-17:00
• Full-Time, Permanent Position
• Modern Workshop Environment
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Career Progression Opportunities
• No Weekend Commitments

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Panel Beater Technician, you will be responsible for repairing and replacing damaged vehicle panels and body structures, ensuring all work is completed to manufacturer specifications and the highest standards of safety and quality.

Working alongside MET Technicians, Paint Sprayers and the wider bodyshop team, you will play an important role in restoring accident-damaged vehicles to their pre-accident condition while maintaining efficient repair times and excellent workmanship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Repair, replace and align damaged vehicle panels and bodywork to a high standard.
• Carry out structural repairs, metal finishing and panel realignment where required.
• Use appropriate welding and repair techniques in line with manufacturer procedures.
• Assess vehicle damage and determine suitable repair methods.
• Work closely with MET Technicians, Paint Sprayers, VDAs and Workshop Controllers to maintain an efficient repair process.
• Identify additional damage and communicate findings to the relevant team members.
• Maintain consistently high standards of repair quality, accuracy and productivity.
• Follow manufacturer repair methods, workshop procedures and Health & Safety requirements.

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an experienced, technically capable Panel Beater Technician who takes pride in producing high-quality repairs and understands the importance of vehicle safety, precision and attention to detail.

• Previous experience as a Panel Beater, Panel Technician or Accident Repair Technician within an automotive bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of panel repair, replacement, alignment and structural repair techniques.
• Competent in metal finishing and welding procedures relevant to vehicle body repairs.
• Understanding of manufacturer repair methods and accident repair standards.
• An IMI, City & Guilds (C&G), ATA or similar relevant accident repair qualification would be advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a busy workshop environment.
• A reliable, professional attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A full UK driving licence is preferred.

Alternative Job Titles: Panel Beater / Panel Beater Technician / Panel Technician / Automotive Panel Beater / Vehicle Body Repair Technician / Accident Repair Technician / Senior Panel Beater / Bodyshop Panel Technician / Structural Repair Technician / Vehicle Bodywork Technician.