Panel Beater

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

No Saturdays

Modern workshop

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Dudley is seeking an experienced Panel Beater / Technician to repair accident-damaged vehicles to manufacturer standards. You will work in a modern bodyshop with a focus on quality workmanship and productivity.

The role offers a 37.5 hour week with Monday to Friday shifts, no Saturdays, up to £50,000 depending on experience, and opportunities to develop your skills within a professional team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Panel Beater or Panel Technician in automotive repair.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle body structures and repair techniques.
• Comfortable with welding, panel alignment and metal finishing.
• Experience using modern bodyshop tools and equipment.
• Good understanding of manufacturer repair methods.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out structural and cosmetic repairs to accident-damaged panels.
• Repair, reshape and replace damaged panels using appropriate tools.
• Undertake welding, fabrication, panel alignment and metal finishing.
• Assess vehicle damage and identify repair methods.
• Collaborate with MET Technicians, Paint Technicians, VDAs and Workshop Controllers.
• Ensure repairs meet manufacturer specifications and quality standards.
• Complete repairs within production times while maintaining workmanship.
• Maintain equipment and working areas per Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Panel Beater

Panel Technician

Welding

Metal finishing

Panel alignment

Vehicle body structures

Quality workmanship

Attention to detail

Education

IMI/ATA/NVQ equivalent

Tools

Bodyshop tools

Repair equipment

Job description

EXPERIENCED PANEL BEATER / PANEL TECHNICIAN

Location: Dudley

Salary: Up to £50,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 16:00 or 08:00 - 17:00

Working Pattern: Flexible Shifts - No Saturdays

Looking for a role where your panel beating skills are recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and you can enjoy a better work-life balance?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Panel Beater to join a professional accident repair centre, working within a modern bodyshop environment where quality workmanship and technical ability are genuinely valued.

Offering a salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience, this opportunity provides the chance to maximise your earnings while continuing to develop your career within a skilled and professional team. With a choice of flexible weekday shifts, either 07:00 - 16:00 or 08:00 - 17:00, and absolutely no Saturday working, you can enjoy greater flexibility and a more predictable working week.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience
• Flexible Monday to Friday working pattern
• Choice of 07:00 - 16:00 or 08:00 - 17:00 shifts
• No Saturday working
• Full-Time, Permanent Position
• Modern Workshop Environment
• Opportunity to develop your career within a professional accident repair business

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Panel Beater, you will be responsible for repairing accident-damaged vehicles, restoring panels and vehicle structures to their original condition in line with manufacturer repair methods and industry standards.

Working alongside a skilled team of accident repair specialists, you will take pride in delivering high-quality repairs, maintaining productivity and ensuring every vehicle is completed safely and efficiently.

• Carry out structural and cosmetic repairs to accident-damaged vehicle panels and bodywork.
• Repair, reshape and replace damaged panels using appropriate tools, equipment and repair techniques.
• Undertake welding, fabrication, panel alignment and metal finishing where required.
• Assess vehicle damage and identify the most appropriate repair methods.
• Work closely with MET Technicians, Paint Technicians, VDAs and Workshop Controllers to maintain an efficient repair process.
• Ensure all repairs meet manufacturer specifications and required quality standards.
• Complete repairs within agreed production times while maintaining exceptional workmanship.
• Maintain equipment and working areas, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety procedures.

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an experienced and quality-focused Panel Beater who takes pride in their craftsmanship and has the technical ability to deliver excellent accident repair standards.

• Previous experience as a Panel Beater or Panel Technician within an automotive accident repair centre or bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle body structures, panel repair and replacement techniques.
• Confident carrying out structural repairs, welding, panel alignment and metal finishing.
• Experience using modern bodyshop tools and repair equipment.
• Good understanding of manufacturer repair methods and vehicle construction.
• IMI, ATA, NVQ or equivalent qualifications advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality repairs.
• Able to work efficiently within a busy production environment.
• Reliable, organised and comfortable working to agreed repair times.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

Alternative Job Titles:

Panel Beater / Panel Technician / Vehicle Panel Beater / Automotive Panel Technician / Accident Repair Technician / Senior Panel Beater / Multi-Skilled Panel Beater / Vehicle Body Repair Technician / Car Body Repairer / Bodyshop Technician.