Panel Beater

ARC Recruits; Coventry; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

ARC Recruits is seeking an experienced Panel Beater to join a busy, brand-new accident repair centre in the United Kingdom. You will repair accident-damaged vehicles to high standards and work in a modern body shop environment.

You will assess damage, perform structural and non-structural repairs, and ensure work meets manufacturer specifications while adhering to safety guidelines and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Panel Beater within an Accident Repair Centre/Body Shop.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle body repair techniques.
• Able to repair both structural and non-structural damage and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assess damaged vehicles and determine repair methods.
• Carry out structural and non-structural body repairs.
• Remove and replace damaged panels and straighten bodywork.
• Weld and fabricate where required.
• Repair vehicles to manufacturer specifications.
• Work with MET Technicians, Paint Technicians and other staff.
• Ensure repairs are completed within agreed timeframes.
• Maintain high workmanship standards and attention to detail.
• Follow all health & safety procedures.

Skills

Panel Beater

Vehicle Body Repair

Accident Repair

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Body Repair

ATA accreditation (desirable)

Tools

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Panel Beater

Are you an experienced Panel Beater looking for your next opportunity within a busy and professional Accident Repair Centre? We are currently recruiting for an experienced Panel Beater / Vehicle Body Repair Technician to join a brand-new, purpose-built accident repair business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in producing high-quality repairs and wants to work in a modern, professional body shop environment

Responsibilities of a Panel Beater

As a Panel Beater, you will be responsible for repairing accident-damaged vehicles to a high standard, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with manufacturer and company repair standards.

• Assessing damaged vehicles and determining the appropriate repair method
• Carrying out structural and non-structural body repairs
• Removing and replacing damaged panels
• Straightening and repairing vehicle bodywork
• Welding and fabrication where required
• Repairing vehicles in accordance with manufacturer specifications
• Working alongside MET Technicians, Paint Technicians and other workshop staff
• Ensuring repairs are completed within agreed timeframes
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and attention to detail
• Following all company health & safety procedures

Requirements for Panel Beater

We are looking for an experienced Panel Beater with a background in automotive accident repair / vehicle body repair.

• Previous experience as a Panel Beater within an Accident Repair Centre / Body Shop
• Strong knowledge of vehicle body repair techniques
• Experience repairing both structural and non-structural damage
• A high level of attention to detail
• The ability to work efficiently to repair targets and deadlines
• A strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction
• The ability to work independently and as part of a busy workshop team
• A full UK driving licence would be advantageous
• ATA accreditation, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualifications are desirable but not essential.